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The National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) remains at the forefront of Ukraine's financial developments. Recent headlines include the NBU demanding explanations from Monobank over a controversial photo containing a Russian flag, sparking debate on pro-Russian influences. Additionally, the NBU confirms proper documentation for Ukrainian cash-in-transit guards detained in Hungary, demanding their release. Significant changes are taking place with the easing of foreign exchange restrictions under the "Defense City" regime, aimed at boosting Ukraine's defense sector. Moreover, a consortium of banks is set to lend UAH 21.5bn to the defense industry, reflecting the NBU's prioritization of this sector. The NBU's influence extends to IT exports and monetary policies, affecting Ukraine's economic strategies.

What significant policy changes has NBU recently announced?

The NBU recently announced the easing of foreign exchange restrictions as part of the "Defense City" regime, which is intended to support Ukraine's defense-industrial complex. This initiative reflects the NBU's commitment to bolster the sector by providing more flexible financial conditions, crucial for the industry's growth.

How is the NBU addressing accusations of pro-Russian views?

The NBU has demanded explanations from Monobank following a post by co-founder Oleh Horokhovskyi featuring a client's photo with a Russian flag. This illustrates the NBU's proactive approach in maintaining Ukraine's financial integrity and addressing potential influences that contradict national interests.

What is the status of Ukrainian cash-in-transit staff detained in Hungary?

The National Bank of Ukraine confirmed that the documentation for currency shipments by the staff detained in Hungary was in order. The NBU has demanded their immediate release, highlighting the institution's role in protecting the interests of financial industry personnel abroad.

What recent financial support initiatives has the NBU taken for defense enterprises?

In a notable move, the NBU facilitated a consortium loan agreement of UAH 21.5bn for Ukraine's defense industry. This initiative, involving major banks, underscores the NBU's strategy to enhance financing for military production and strengthen national defense capabilities.

How is the NBU contributing to Ukraine's IT service exports?

According to recent reports, Ukraine's IT services exports have shown growth, though they lag behind previous years. The NBU's data reveal a $545 million contribution in one month, underscoring the sector's potential despite challenges, reflecting the NBU's monitoring and support to maximize IT export's economic impact.

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NBU decides to liquidate Bank Arcada NBU decides to liquidate Bank Arcada The National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) on September 24 made a decision to revoke the banking license and liquidate Bank Arcada (Kyiv), according to the regulator's website. 2 784 12 Economics

IMF hopes new NBU governor will maintain central bank IMF hopes new NBU governor will maintain central bank's independence The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has wished success to newly appointed Governor of the National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) Kyrylo Shevchenko and expects the central bank's independence and high level of professionalism to be maintained under his leadership. 1 171 10 Ukrainian Politics

IMF mission to arrive in Ukraine next week – NBU IMF mission to arrive in Ukraine next week – NBU The National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) expects that the International Monetary Fund's mission will arrive in Ukraine next week. 609 10 Ukrainian Politics

Andrii Pyshnyi Bank consortium to lend UAH 21.5bn to defense industry – NBU Governor Pyshnyi Ukrainian banks have concluded a record-volume consortium loan agreement to support a defense-industrial complex enterprise. The deal brings together six banks (state-owned and private) that will finance the production of military goods. 829 9 Previously in trend: Defense Forces funding

Rada appointed four NBU Board members by its quota After returning from a break, the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine appointed four members of the Board of the National Bank of Ukraine by its quota. 6 777 9 Ukrainian Politics

супермаркет Inflation will slow down to 14.8% this year, National Bank forecast Inflation will slow down to 14.8% in 2023, to 9.6% in 2024, and to 6% in 2025. 699 8 Economics

European Central Bank (ECB) President Christine Lagarde Hungary’s attack on Oschadbank cash-in-transit personnel threatens EU currency stability – ECB chief Lagarde European Central Bank (ECB) President Christine Lagarde believes that the attack by special forces of Hungary’s Counter Terrorism Centre on Oschadbank cash-in-transit personnel from Ukraine and the seizure of the money pose a threat to the EU’s currency stability. 3 454 30 Previously in trend: Hungary detained Ukrainian cash collection vehicles

райффайзен NBU warned Raiffeisen against exchanging assets with Sberbank of Russian Federation: This is unacceptable The National Bank of Ukraine urged the Austrian banking group Raiffeisen Bank International not to delay exiting the Russian market. He warned her against exchanging assets with Sberbank in Austria. 3 193 5 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia

Parliament dismisses Mylovanov as member of NBU Council Parliament dismisses Mylovanov as member of NBU Council The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine has dismissed Tymofii Mylovanov from the post of a member of the Council of the National Bank of Ukraine (NBU). 1 954 3 Previously in trend: New Verkhovna Rada

нбу,нацбанк Memorandum of Cooperation was signed between central banks of Ukraine and Poland The national banks of Ukraine and Poland signed a joint memorandum of cooperation during the war. It will facilitate the exchange of information and mutual support between the two central banks. 2 077 3 Previously in trend: War

монета,залізничники National Bank dedicates new commemorative coin to Ukrainian railroad workers. PHOTOS On the 32nd anniversary of the establishment of Ukrzaliznytsia, December 14, 2023, a new commemorative coin "Country of Superheroes. We thank the railroaders!". 3 130 2 Society

війна,зсу,мобілізація Since beginning of full-scale invasion, UAH 32.7 billion has been transferred from NBU special account for defense needs - NBU press service More than UAH 32.7 billion has been transferred from the special account opened by the National Bank for defense needs since the beginning of the full-scale war, including more than UAH 10.3 billion in 2023. 523 2 War in Ukraine

зерно,урожай,пшениця,жнива,врожай,збір,ячмінь Due to war, Ukraine lost 40% of early grain harvest. INFOGRAPHICS In Ukraine, harvesting of early cereals and rape is almost finished. The crop is currently 40% lower than last year, mainly due to smaller harvesting areas, while yields are only 12% lower than last year. 1 441 2 Previously in trend: War

гроші,долар Since beginning of 2023, Ukraine has received almost $37.4 billion in international aid, - NBU Since the beginning of the year, Ukraine has received international aid for almost $37.4 billion. Of these, more than $4.7 billion came in October-November. 697 1 Previously in trend: Financial assistance to Ukraine

The head of the NBU called for more active lending to Ukrainian weapons manufacturers. "Priority sector for country": NBU governor urges banks to step up lending to Ukrainian arms manufacturers The National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) has called on commercial banks to increase lending to defense industry enterprises. 41 0 Previously in trend: Ukrainian weapons production Drone industry

military–industrial complex NBU eases foreign exchange restrictions for Defense City residents From December 31, 2025, the National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) is easing a number of foreign exchange restrictions as part of implementing the legislation on the "Defense City" legal regime, aimed at supporting the defense-industrial complex (DIC). 34 0 Previously in trend: Ukrainian defense industry Drone industry

hryvnia, Pyshnyi NBU’s artificial maintenance of hryvnia exchange rate suppresses exports and incentivizes population to purchase foreign currency - investigation The National Bank of Ukraine, led by Andrii Pyshnyi, has been overly focused on maintaining the hryvnia exchange rate, enabling wealthy Ukrainians to purchase more dollars and imported luxury goods. 60 0

Associates of Mikitas, Fuks get executive positions in Prominvestbank, – economist Kushniruk Ukrainian businessmen Maksim Mikitas, Vadim Stolar and Russian national Pavel Fuks are trying to gain control over Prominvestbank (PIB) without the consent of the National Bank of Ukraine (NBU). 196 0 Economics

Exports of Ukrainian IT services are growing, but lagging behind previous years’ figures Ukrainian IT exports growing, but still lag behind previous years – NBU Ukraine’s IT services exports reached $545 million in March 2025, according to the National Bank of Ukraine (NBU), cited by the industry outlet DOU. 106 0

НБУ Accession to EU: European Commission starts screening Ukrainian financial legislation On March 14, the European Commission launched an official screening of Ukraine’s financial legislation. This is Chapter 9 "Financial Services" of the negotiating framework for Ukraine’s accession to the EU. 670 0 Ukrainian Politics

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