Ukraine Plans 2026 Budget with 18.4% Deficit âšī¸
Ukraine's 2026 draft budget proposes a 18.4% GDP deficit with significant defense spending increases, targeting 2.8 trillion hryvnias in revenues and 4.8 trillion hryvnias in expenditures.
Geopolitical budget planning reveals substantial defense investment, indicating ongoing conflict preparedness with potential broader economic implications for European markets and global defense sectors.
Ukraine Keeps Interest Rate Untouched for 4th Time âšī¸
Ukraine's National Bank maintains its policy rate at 15.5%, citing ongoing efforts to control inflation and stabilize the foreign exchange market, with inflation slowing to 13.2% year-on-year in August.
Monetary policy stability suggests a cautious approach to economic management, with gradual progress in inflation reduction. The measured stance indicates controlled economic conditions without dramatic shifts.