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National Bank of Ukraine

Central Bank of Ukraine
The National Bank of Ukraine is the central bank of the state, established in 1991 on the basis of the Ukrainian Republican Office of the State Bank of the USSR. Its main mission is to ensure the stability of the monetary unit — the hryvnia, promote price and financial stability, and ensure the effective functioning of the payment system.
1991
The National Bank of Ukraine was established and a two-tier banking system was launched
1996
Ensuring the stability of the monetary unit – the hryvnia – was defined as the main function
2016
An inflation targeting regime and a flexible exchange rate were introduced
2018
A large-scale cleanup of the banking sector from insolvent banks was carried out
2022
Uninterrupted operation of the financial system was ensured under the conditions of a full-scale invasion
2022
A special account was opened to raise funds to support the Armed Forces of Ukraine
2023
Received the “Central Bank of the Year” award for resilience during the war
2024
The largest package of foreign exchange relaxations for businesses since the beginning of the war was introduced
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Exchange rates for August 28: National Bank strengthened hryvnia

The National Bank of Ukraine set the official exchange rate of the hryvnia against the dollar at UAH 41. 3222/USD, which is 8 kopecks stronger. The exchange rates for the euro and zloty were also determined.

Economy • August 28, 05:58 AM • 3895 views
Is the right to do business in Ukraine no longer protected? The NBU can destroy any bank without punishment

The Supreme Court closed the case of Concord Bank against the NBU and the Deposit Guarantee Fund, citing Law No. 590-IX. This decision deprives shareholders of liquidated banks of the right to judicial protection, despite previous decisions of lower courts.

Economy • August 27, 03:01 PM • 224202 views
Exchange rates for August 27: National Bank strengthened hryvnia

The National Bank of Ukraine set the official hryvnia exchange rate at UAH 41. 4047/USD, strengthening it by 3 kopecks. Euro and zloty rates have also been updated.

Economy • August 27, 05:44 AM • 3076 views
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Laws on Defence City sent to the President for signature: will new prospects open up for the Ukrainian defense industry and aviation?

Laws establishing the legal regime of Defence City to support defense industry enterprises have been sent to President Zelenskyy for signature. Residents will receive tax benefits and simplified customs procedures, taking into account the position of the aviation industry.

Economy • August 26, 05:12 PM • 105246 views
Shareholders of banks being withdrawn from the market are forced to seek justice at the ECHR

The Supreme Court ruled in the case of Concord Bank, effectively depriving shareholders of the right to judicial protection in Ukraine. Now, the only way for them to protect their rights is to appeal to the European Court of Human Rights.

Society • August 26, 08:06 AM • 182510 views
2025 Academic Year: What Changes in the Educational Program Await Students

Ukrainian schoolchildren are preparing for the new academic year with an updated curriculum, including a new mandatory subject "Entrepreneurship and Financial Literacy" and significant changes in the teaching of "Defense of Ukraine. "

Publications • August 26, 06:24 AM • 155477 views
Exchange rates on August 26: hryvnia depreciated

The National Bank of Ukraine set the official hryvnia exchange rate at UAH 41. 4300/USD, which depreciated it by 15 kopecks. Euro and zloty exchange rates were also set.

Economy • August 26, 05:49 AM • 3233 views
Currency exchange rate on August 25: dollar continues to strengthen

The National Bank of Ukraine set the official hryvnia exchange rate at UAH 41. 28/USD, which is a devaluation of 7 kopecks. The euro exchange rate was fixed at UAH 47.91/EUR.

Economy • August 25, 06:22 AM • 3261 views
Currency exchange rates on August 22: National Bank strengthened hryvnia

The National Bank of Ukraine set the official hryvnia exchange rate at UAH 41. 2185/USD, strengthening it by 16 kopecks. The euro exchange rate is UAH 47.98/EUR, and the zloty is UAH 11.28/PLN.

Society • August 22, 06:05 AM • 4047 views
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MPs will challenge in the Constitutional Court the law that deprives shareholders of banks undergoing liquidation of access to justice - MP

People's deputies plan to re-appeal to the Constitutional Court regarding Law No. 590-IX, which deprives shareholders of banks in liquidation of access to justice. This happened after the Supreme Court closed proceedings in the Concord Bank case, citing a legal conflict.

Economy • August 21, 12:13 PM • 53694 views
Mortgages on the secondary market became cheaper, but more loans are taken on the primary market - NBUPhoto

In June, Ukrainian banks issued 694 mortgage loans totaling UAH 1. 3 billion. The weighted average interest rate on the primary market was 8% per annum, and on the secondary market – 9.85%.

Real Estate • August 21, 09:10 AM • 2991 views
New 20-hryvnia banknotes with the slogan "Glory to Ukraine!" are being put into circulation: details

The NBU is putting into circulation modified 20-hryvnia banknotes. They feature the patriotic slogan "GLORY TO UKRAINE! GLORY TO THE HEROES!".

Society • August 21, 07:52 AM • 10444 views
Dollar strengthens: NBU sets new indicators

The National Bank of Ukraine set the official hryvnia exchange rate at UAH 41. 38/USD, which devalued the hryvnia by 3 kopecks. The euro exchange rate is UAH 48.17/EUR.

Economy • August 21, 06:16 AM • 2928 views
As early as 2020, MPs warned about a legal conflict that has now deprived bank shareholders of access to justice

The Supreme Court closed proceedings in the case of Concord Bank, citing a legal conflict that MPs had warned about back in 2020. This decision effectively deprived the bank's shareholders of access to justice.

Economy • August 20, 12:11 PM • 211218 views
Ukrainians are increasingly abandoning cash: over 95% of card transactions are cashless

In the first half of 2025, the share of cashless payments reached over 95% of all payment card operations. The total amount of such transactions exceeded UAH 2.2 trillion.

Society • August 20, 09:44 AM • 3593 views
Currency exchange rate on August 20: hryvnia depreciated

The National Bank of Ukraine set the official hryvnia exchange rate at UAH 41. 3557/USD, which depreciated the hryvnia by 10 kopecks. The exchange rates for the dollar, euro, and zloty on the interbank market and in exchange offices have also been updated.

Economy • August 20, 05:48 AM • 2544 views
The Supreme Court put an end to cases of shareholders of banks being withdrawn from the market: what happened

The Supreme Court made a decision that effectively deprives shareholders of liquidated banks of access to justice. This decision drew criticism from lawyers and former judges, who point to violations of constitutional rights.

Economy • August 18, 10:51 AM • 184307 views
The National Bank has a new First Deputy Governor: Serhiy Nikolaichuk heads the financial stability direction

Serhiy Nikolaichuk was appointed First Deputy Governor of the National Bank on August 15, 2025. In this position, he will lead the "Financial Stability" reporting line, and temporarily – "Monetary Stability", replacing Kateryna Rozhkova.

Economy • August 15, 02:06 PM • 6630 views
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Judges deviated from the Supreme Court's own practice when considering the case of Concord Bank - ex-judge

The Supreme Court demonstrated opposing approaches in the cases of "Misto Bank" and "Concord", applying the same legal norms. Former judge Oleksandr Sytnikov noted that the judges deviated from their own practice.

Economy • August 15, 08:34 AM • 60971 views
Currency exchange rates for August 15: National Bank strengthened hryvnia

The National Bank of Ukraine set the official exchange rate of the hryvnia against the dollar at UAH 41. 4500/USD, which is a strengthening of 6 kopecks. The euro exchange rate is UAH 48.44/EUR, and the zloty is UAH 11.37/PLN.

Economy • August 15, 05:48 AM • 6555 views
The Supreme Court recused itself from fulfilling its constitutional duties in the case of Concord Bank - retired judge

The panel of judges of the Cassation Administrative Court of the Supreme Court recused itself from considering the case of Concord Bank. The judges did not determine the jurisdiction for the shareholders' lawsuit, which deprives them of access to justice.

Economy • August 14, 09:32 AM • 90507 views
Currency exchange rate on August 14: hryvnia devalued

The National Bank of Ukraine set the official hryvnia exchange rate at UAH 41. 5149/USD, which devalued it by 9 kopecks. The euro exchange rate is UAH 48.64/EUR, and the zloty is UAH 11.42/PLN.

Economy • August 14, 05:59 AM • 2929 views
Expert: NBU ignores sanctions against Poroshenko's bank for six months

The National Bank of Ukraine has been ignoring the NSDC sanctions against the International Investment Bank, owned by Petro Poroshenko, for over six months. Expert Valentyn Hladkykh points to the withdrawal of UAH 2.8 billion of client funds from the bank.

Economy • August 13, 01:10 PM • 4480 views
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Supreme Court's decision in "Concord" case contradicts Constitution and Human Rights Convention - lawyer

The Supreme Court's decision in the case of "Concord" bank effectively deprives shareholders of the right to access justice. Lawyers believe that this contradicts the Constitution of Ukraine and the European Convention on Human Rights, creating a dangerous precedent.

Economy • August 13, 09:48 AM • 228041 views
Exchange rates on August 13: National Bank strengthened hryvnia

The National Bank of Ukraine set the official hryvnia exchange rate at UAH 41. 4268/USD, which means a strengthening of two kopecks. The euro exchange rate is UAH 48.07/EUR, and the zloty is UAH 11.28/PLN.

Economy • August 13, 05:46 AM • 3416 views
Legal paradox or how the Supreme Court applied the same legal norm differently in similar cases

The Cassation Administrative Court within the Supreme Court considered two similar cases regarding "Concord" and "Misto Bank" banks, applying the same legal norm but interpreting it differently. This raises questions about the impartiality of the proceedings and deprives "Concord" shareholders of access to justice.

Economy • August 12, 04:50 PM • 106339 views
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Shareholders of Concord Bank deprived of access to justice - lawyers

The Supreme Court deprived the shareholders of Concord Bank of access to justice by overturning previous court decisions. Lawyers consider this a violation of the constitutional right to a fair trial.

Society • August 12, 09:50 AM • 156350 views
Currency exchange rate on August 12: National Bank continues to strengthen hryvnia

The National Bank of Ukraine set the official exchange rate of the hryvnia against the dollar at UAH 41. 4490/USD, strengthening it by 5 kopecks. The euro exchange rate is UAH 48.19/EUR, and the zloty exchange rate is UAH 11.33/PLN.

Economy • August 12, 06:27 AM • 3192 views
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Dangerous Legal Collision: What's Wrong with the Supreme Court's Decision Regarding Concord Bank

The Supreme Court closed proceedings in the case of Olena Sosedka, co-founder of Concord Bank, ruling that the claims of former bank shareholders are not subject to consideration by any court. This decision calls into question the constitutional right to access justice.

Society • August 11, 02:46 PM • 139126 views
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Prosecutor's office to investigate whether the case of NBU chief lawyer Zyma was legally closedPhoto

The Kyiv City Prosecutor's Office will investigate the legality of closing the criminal proceedings against Oleksandr Zyma. The case concerns alleged abuse of power that led to grave consequences.

Politics • August 11, 09:52 AM • 96814 views