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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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Consumer inflation accelerated sharply in November: the NBU named the reasons

Consumer inflation in November 2024 rose to 11. 2%, exceeding the NBU's forecast indicators. The main factors were food and administrative inflation, as well as the rise in prices of non-food goods.

Society • January 7, 07:41 AM • 22876 views
NBU chief lawyer under investigation, but with millions in income

The NBU's chief lawyer is under investigation, but with millions in income.

Politics • January 6, 09:58 AM • 175108 views
Exchange rate as of January 3: National Bank again lowered the hryvnia to a historic low

The NBU has set the official hryvnia exchange rate at 42. 0385 UAH/USD, down 6 kopecks. The dollar can be bought at banks for UAH 42.44, and the euro for UAH 44.17.

Economy • January 3, 07:59 AM • 27719 views
Under investigation, but with millions in income: NBU's chief lawyer continues to work despite criminal case

Under investigation, but with millions in income: the NBU's chief lawyer continues to work despite the criminal case.

Politics • January 2, 12:18 PM • 26489 views
Exchange rate as of January 2: National Bank strengthened the hryvnia

The NBU has set the official hryvnia exchange rate at 41. 9725 UAH/USD, which is 6 kopecks stronger. In banks, a dollar can be bought for 42.45 UAH, and a euro for 44.35 UAH.

Economy • January 2, 07:17 AM • 27536 views
Russia's attack on the capital: the historic building of the National Union of Writers was damaged

Russian shelling damaged the building of the National Union of Writers of Ukraine, a historical and architectural monument. The building was home to prominent veteran writers Malyshko, Sosiura, Honchar, and others.

War in Ukraine • January 1, 07:12 PM • 45556 views
New law on car insurance: what changes from January 1, 2025

Starting from January 1, 2025, Ukraine will introduce new rules for compulsory motor insurance. The amount of payments will increase, the system for calculating the cost of policies will change, and a direct settlement mechanism will be introduced.

Society • January 1, 05:00 AM • 30361 views
International assistance to Ukraine in 2025: what the government expects

The government plans to cover the 2025 budget deficit with $36. 9 billion in external borrowings. The EU, IMF, and the US will be the main donors, and Ukraine's economy may grow by 4.3%.

War in Ukraine • January 1, 04:00 AM • 98734 views
The National Bank has strengthened the hryvnia: what will be the exchange rate on the first day of the new year

The National Bank of Ukraine has set the official exchange rate at 41. 0295 UAH/USD, which is 1 kopeck stronger than the previous rate. The euro rose by 24 kopecks to 43.68 UAH/euro.

Economy • December 31, 08:47 PM • 21710 views
Currency exchange rate as of December 31: hryvnia fell to historic low

The NBU has set the new official hryvnia exchange rate at 42. 0390 UAH/USD, which is a historic low for the national currency. In exchange offices, the dollar is trading at UAH 42.36-42.50.

Economy • December 31, 07:19 AM • 24205 views
Currency exchange rate as of December 30: hryvnia continues to fall

The NBU has set the official exchange rate at UAH 41. 94 to the dollar and UAH 43.74 to the euro. In banks and exchange offices, the dollar is buying at UAH 42.30-42.35, and the euro at UAH 44.15-44.35.

Economy • December 30, 07:14 AM • 20157 views
New rules for motor third party liability insurance from 2025: what will change and will prices rise

The NBU refutes myths about the new law on motor third party liability insurance, which will come into force on January 1, 2025. The law provides for a gradual transition to electronic policies and an increase in maximum payments to the European level.

Economy • December 27, 04:13 PM • 26019 views
The words “Moscow”, “Minsk” and the image of the Gold Star medal were removed from the Motherland monument

The National Museum of the History of Ukraine in World War II has begun dismantling the names of cities and the Soviet Gold Star medal on the Alley of Hero Cities. Among the inscriptions to be removed are Moscow and Minsk.

Society • December 27, 12:03 PM • 19629 views
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Expert reveals the reasons for the latest hryvnia devaluation and talks about the future of the Ukrainian currency

The Chairman of the Committee of Economists of Ukraine explained the reasons for the hryvnia's fluctuation to 42 UAH/USD. According to him, the devaluation is related to the escalation of the situation at the frontline and the shelling of the energy sector.

Economy • December 27, 09:43 AM • 109862 views
Currency exchange rate as of December 27: National Bank strengthens the hryvnia

The NBU has set the official hryvnia exchange rate at UAH 41. 84/USD, which strengthened the hryvnia by 2 kopecks. In banks, a dollar can be bought for 42.25 UAH, and a euro for 44.14 UAH.

Economy • December 27, 07:08 AM • 14487 views
Currency exchange rates as of December 26: the dollar and the euro rolled back

The NBU has set the official hryvnia exchange rate at 41. 86 UAH/USD and 43.51 UAH/€. In exchange offices and banks, the dollar is trading at UAH 41.82-42.34, and the euro at UAH 43.60-44.20.

Economy • December 26, 07:17 AM • 15751 views
Currency exchange rates on December 25: the hryvnia is approaching 42 UAH per dollar

The NBU set the official hryvnia exchange rate at 41. 9875 UAH/USD, which is 1 kopeck stronger. In exchange offices, the dollar is trading at 42.15-42.25 UAH, the euro - at 44.00-44.20 UAH.

Economy • December 25, 07:07 AM • 14984 views
Currency exchange rates as of December 24: National Bank lowered the hryvnia to a historic low

The NBU has set the official hryvnia exchange rate at 41. 9910 UAH/USD, which resulted in a devaluation of 12 kopecks. On the interbank market, the dollar is trading at UAH 42.03-42.05, and the euro at UAH 43.69.

Economy • December 24, 07:27 AM • 13086 views
A bird with a prosthesis instead of a wing: NBU issues “Barrier-Free” coin

The National Bank of Ukraine has presented a commemorative 5-hryvnia coin “Barrier-Free” with a mintage of 30,000 pieces. The coin symbolizes equal opportunities for all citizens and is dedicated to building an inclusive society.

Society • December 23, 10:26 PM • 18922 views
The Government owes banks UAH 10 million in compensation for the “5-7-9” program

The budget of the state program “Affordable Loans 5-7-9%” was exhausted in October. Out of 11 banks participating in the program, only 3 are actively lending, and the total amount of loans disbursed amounted to UAH 69 billion.

Economy • December 23, 12:33 PM • 16019 views
The NBU explains why the hryvnia began to devalue sharply

The economic recovery and increased imports are putting additional pressure on the hryvnia exchange rate due to the growing demand for foreign currency. The NBU has the resources to cover the foreign currency shortage and curb excessive exchange rate fluctuations.

Economy • December 23, 11:14 AM • 13816 views
Real estate market in Ukraine: 14% more transactions, but only 70% of pre-war level

In the first 11 months of 2024, the number of real estate transactions increased by 14% compared to last year. 60% of transactions were for apartments with a median area of 48 square meters.

Society • December 23, 10:15 AM • 13869 views
Currency exchange rate as of December 23: the dollar continues to grow

The NBU has set the official hryvnia exchange rate at 41. 87 UAH/USD, up 5 kopecks. In banks and exchange offices, the dollar is trading in the range of UAH 41.80-42.31, while the euro is trading at UAH 43.65-44.40.

Economy • December 23, 07:13 AM • 14839 views
IMF updates baseline forecast for Ukraine: what will change by the end of 2025

The IMF has updated its baseline scenario for Ukraine, forecasting GDP growth of 4% in 2024. The Fund expects the end of the war by the end of 2025 and a gradual normalization of economic indicators.

Economy • December 21, 12:47 PM • 24790 views
How banks and the NBU's electronic payment system will work during the holidays: details

The NBU's electronic payment system will operate around the clock during the New Year holidays. The State Treasury has set temporary restrictions on December 30-31 due to the end of the reporting year.

Society • December 20, 04:17 PM • 27529 views
Currency exchange rate as of December 20: hryvnia at historic low again

The NBU has set the official hryvnia exchange rate at 41. 89 UAH/USD, which is 2 kopecks lower than the previous figure. On the interbank market, the dollar is trading at UAH 41.85-41.87, the euro at UAH 43.51-43.52.

Economy • December 20, 07:08 AM • 18127 views
A new commemorative coin “New Year's Toy” has been issued in Ukraine

The National Bank of Ukraine has issued a commemorative silver coin with a face value of 10 hryvnias with a Christmas composition and a symbolic image of a warrior. The mintage is 10 thousand pieces, and sales will begin on December 20 in the NBU's online store.

Society • December 19, 07:39 PM • 34741 views
KYT Group announced the launch of the investment division KYT Invest

The international FinTech company KYT Group has announced the creation of the investment division KYT Invest. The new division will offer clients classic and innovative investment instruments, including smart contracts and tokenized assets.

Economy • December 19, 03:22 PM • 20029 views
Ukraine is winning the economic war against Russia - The Economist

Ukraine's economy is performing better than Russia's for the first time since the invasion. The NBU forecasts GDP growth of 4% in 2024, while Russia expects only 0.5-1.5% in 2025.

War in Ukraine • December 19, 01:15 PM • 16590 views
Exchange rate for December 18: hryvnia at record low

The NBU has set the official hryvnia exchange rate at 41. 8271 UAH/USD, which is 8 kopecks lower than the previous one. In exchange offices and banks, the dollar is trading in the range of UAH 41.55-42.05.

Economy • December 18, 07:08 AM • 14772 views