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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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The NBU explained what digital money is and why it should be introduced

The NBU is working on a pilot project of digital money – an alternative to cash and non-cash funds. This will allow for programmable payments, for example, for targeted state aid.

Economy • March 18, 12:31 PM • 16525 views
Exchange rate on March 18: National Bank strengthened the hryvnia

The National Bank of Ukraine has set the official hryvnia exchange rate at UAH 41. 43/USD, strengthening it by 7 kopecks. In exchange offices, the dollar is trading at UAH 41.50-41.65.

Economy • March 18, 06:35 AM • 8809 views
Ukrainian banks have switched to European approaches to assessing "problem loans". What has changed?

From January 2025, Ukrainian banks will use European approaches to assessing non-performing loans. The innovations have brought the definition of NPL closer to the European level, but the share of NPL has increased by 0.2%.

Economy • March 17, 06:59 PM • 41806 views
UKASKO received the "Insurtech Breakthrough of the Year" award from the Association of Ukrainian Banks

UKASKO is a technology provider for more than 20 insurance companies.

Business News • March 17, 01:49 PM • 55225 views
Exchange rate for March 17: National Bank strengthened the hryvnia

The National Bank of Ukraine has set the official exchange rate of the hryvnia at the level of UAH 41. 5098/USD. The hryvnia strengthened by 2 kopecks. In February 2025, inflation accelerated to 13.4%.

Economy • March 17, 07:03 AM • 11553 views
Exchange rate for March 14: hryvnia continues to depreciate

The National Bank of Ukraine has set the official exchange rate of the hryvnia at 41. 5270 UAH/USD. The dollar exchange rate in exchange offices fluctuates within the range of 41.47-41.55 UAH.

Economy • March 14, 07:19 AM • 14819 views
Exchange rate for March 13: hryvnia continues to devalue

The National Bank of Ukraine has set the official exchange rate of the hryvnia at 41. 50 UAH/USD. The euro exchange rate is 45.16 UAH. The interbank dollar is trading at 41.53-41.56 UAH.

Economy • March 13, 07:18 AM • 15178 views
Exchange rate on March 12: hryvnia continues to devalue

The National Bank of Ukraine has set the official exchange rate of the hryvnia at UAH 41. 41/USD. In exchange offices, the dollar is trading at the rate of UAH 41.45-41.60, and the euro at UAH 45.09-45.32.

Economy • March 12, 07:22 AM • 13111 views
Inflation in Ukraine reached 13.4%: what will happen to prices by the end of the year

In February 2025, annual inflation accelerated to 13. 4%, while core inflation rose to 12%. The NBU forecasts a decrease in inflation to a single-digit level by the end of the year.

Society • March 11, 02:39 PM • 145661 views
Exchange rate on March 11: the hryvnia has devalued

The National Bank of Ukraine has set the official exchange rate of the hryvnia at 41. 2870 UAH/USD, which is 7 kopecks higher. The euro exchange rate is set at 44.77 UAH/euro.

Economy • March 11, 07:17 AM • 16940 views
Ukraine's international reserves have "shrunk" by 6.7% to $40.1 billion: what is the reason

Ukraine's international reserves decreased by 6. 7% in February 2025 due to currency sales and government debt payments. The NBU sold $3 billion on the foreign exchange market, and the reserves cover 4.9 months of imports.

Economy • March 7, 09:27 AM • 12883 views
Exchange rate on March 7: the dollar rate has decreased

The NBU has set the official exchange rate of the hryvnia at 41. 2742 UAH/USD, which is 9 kopecks lower than the previous day. The euro is trading at 44.55 UAH, while on the interbank market the dollar is at 41.20-41.23 UAH.

Economy • March 7, 06:58 AM • 14100 views
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NBU raised the discount rate to 15.5%: what does this mean for the economy of Ukraine

The National Bank of Ukraine raised the discount rate to 15. 5% per annum to curb inflation. An expert explains how this will affect business lending and pricing policy in the country.

Economy • March 6, 02:10 PM • 131008 views
NBU on the possible scenario of freezing reserves by the USA: we do not consider such a development of events

NBU Chairman Andriy Pyshnyy stated that the bank does not consider the scenario of freezing Ukrainian reserves by the USA. He emphasized that the USA remains a strategic partner of Ukraine.

Economy • March 6, 01:57 PM • 13915 views
NBU on the hryvnia's peg to the euro: we analyze, we consider different options

NBU Chairman Andriy Pyshnyy reported that the issue of re-pegging the hryvnia exchange rate to the euro instead of the dollar is at the analysis stage. The National Bank is taking a comprehensive approach to solving this issue and is discussing it with the market.

Economy • March 6, 01:35 PM • 19435 views
Expected international support will help maintain the hryvnia exchange rate - NBU

The National Bank reports sufficient international support for non-emission budget financing and currency stability. Ukraine has received the first tranches from the G7 and reached an agreement with the IMF on the extended funding program.

War in Ukraine • March 6, 01:22 PM • 14097 views
Secrecy and Dependence: How Hetmanets' Bill May Change the Work of the Deposit Guarantee Fund

Bill 13007 by Hetmanets provides for strengthening the NBU's control over the FGOVFO and limiting access to information. Experts warn of risks for depositors and violations of obligations to the IMF.

Economy • March 6, 01:11 PM • 228314 views
NBU forecasts inflation growth: what awaits Ukrainians in the near future

The National Bank of Ukraine warns of further inflation growth due to the impact of last year's harvests and increased costs for businesses. The NBU raised the key interest rate to 15.5% to curb price pressure.

Economy • March 6, 12:13 PM • 12736 views
NBU has again raised the discount rate - to 15.5%

The National Bank of Ukraine has raised the discount rate to 15. 5% per annum. This decision is aimed at supporting hryvnia savings and controlling inflation to achieve a target of 5%.

Economy • March 6, 12:03 PM • 39723 views
Exchange rate on March 6: The National Bank strengthens the hryvnia

The National Bank of Ukraine has set the official exchange rate of the hryvnia at 41. 3680 UAH/USD, which is 21 kopecks stronger. In banks, the dollar is traded at 41.82/41.27 UAH, the euro - 44.42/43.70 UAH.

Economy • March 6, 07:15 AM • 15719 views
Exchange rate on March 5: the hryvnia strengthened

The NBU set the official exchange rate of the hryvnia at 41. 57 UAH/USD, which strengthened the hryvnia by 2 kopecks. In banks and exchange offices, the dollar and euro are traded with a slight difference in rates.

Economy • March 5, 05:10 AM • 25431 views
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Hetmantsev's bill on regulating the activities of the Deposit Guarantee Fund contradicts the memorandum with the IMF

The new draft law regarding the Deposit Guarantee Fund contradicts Ukraine's obligations to the IMF. The document expands the powers of the FGOVF and creates risks for the banking system.

Economy • March 4, 01:46 PM • 218665 views
Exchange rate on March 4: the hryvnia has devalued

The National Bank of Ukraine has set the official exchange rate of the hryvnia at 41. 5911 UAH/USD, which is 16 kopecks higher than the previous rate. The euro exchange rate is set at 43.54 UAH/EUR.

Economy • March 4, 07:25 AM • 21967 views
Average purchase amount in Ukraine reached UAH 330 in 2024 - NBU

In 2024, non-cash payments accounted for 94. 6% of all card transactions in Ukraine. The average amount of one purchase was UAH 330, and the number of payment terminals increased by 10.5%.

Society • March 3, 01:20 PM • 24937 views
Pawnshops in Ukraine received more than UAH 3 billion in revenue in 9 months of 2024

In the first 9 months of 2024, 101 pawnshops earned more than UAH 3 billion in revenue, which is more than in 2023. The number of pawnshops has tripled in 5 years, but assets remained at UAH 4 billion.

Economy • March 3, 12:20 PM • 21326 views
Exchange rate for March 3: National Bank strengthens the hryvnia

The National Bank of Ukraine has set the official exchange rate at 41. 43 UAH/USD, strengthening the hryvnia by 8 kopecks. The euro is set at 43.11 UAH, and the dollar is trading at 41.55-41.60 UAH on the interbank market.

Economy • March 3, 07:24 AM • 30628 views
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“Convenient legal reality for the DGF": human rights activist on Hetmantsev's draft law

Human rights activists criticize draft law No. 13007 on the Deposit Guarantee Fund. Experts believe that the document creates artificial obstacles to the protection of rights in court and contradicts the Constitution.

Economy • February 28, 09:54 AM • 168927 views
Currency exchange rates as of February 28: The National Bank continues to strengthen the hryvnia

The National Bank of Ukraine has strengthened the official hryvnia exchange rate by 12 kopecks to 41. 51 UAH/USD. The euro is set at 43.49 UAH, and the dollar is trading at 41.49-41.52 UAH on the interbank market.

Economy • February 28, 07:17 AM • 23393 views
How to tax income abroad: what should Ukrainians know?

Ukrainians working abroad must declare their income and pay taxes in Ukraine. The personal income tax rate is 18%, and the military levy is 1.5%, but double taxation can be avoided if there is a relevant agreement.

Economy • February 27, 11:22 AM • 23425 views
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“MPs do not understand the consequences": Yuzhanina on Hetmantsev's draft law on the Deposit Guarantee Fund

MP Yuzhanina criticized draft law No. 13007 on the Deposit Guarantee Fund. She is working on an alternative draft law to eliminate corruption risks and ensure transparency of the Fund's work.

Economy • February 27, 11:16 AM • 115898 views