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"Ukrnafta is seeking partners to set up charging stations at gas stations."

PJSC "Ukrnafta" is seeking partners for the installation of electric charging stations at its gas stations, as announced on its Facebook page on Wednesday.
In 11 months of 2024, Ukraine exported 73.4 million tons of goods via the maritime corridor.

In 11 months of 2024, Ukraine exported 73.4 million tons of goods via the maritime corridor.

Through the Ukrainian maritime corridor, 73.4 million tons of cargo were exported from January to November 2024, reported Timur Tkachenko, the Deputy Minister of Community Development, Territories, and Infrastructure, on Facebook this Wednesday.
The EBRD and Aon are launching a military risk insurance program for Ukraine, backed by guarantees of €110 million.

The EBRD and Aon are launching a military risk insurance program for Ukraine, backed by guarantees of €110 million.

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and global insurance and reinsurance broker Aon have announced the launch of a specialized program aimed at revitalizing the military risk insurance market in Ukraine. As part of this initiative, the EBRD is offering guarantees totaling EUR 110 million.
The NBU raised the key interest rate to 13.5%, defying market expectations that it would remain at 13%.

The NBU raised the key interest rate to 13.5%, defying market expectations that it would remain at 13%.

On Thursday, the Board of the National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) raised the key interest rate to 13.5% per annum in response to inflation rising to 11.2% at the end of November, despite most participants expecting the regulator to maintain the rate at 13%.
TAS Tigipko has received approval from the Antimonopoly Committee for the acquisition of Idea Bank and is now awaiting the National Bank's approval.

TAS Tigipko has received approval from the Antimonopoly Committee for the acquisition of Idea Bank and is now awaiting the National Bank's approval.

The Antimonopoly Committee of Ukraine (AMCU) has granted permission to Sergey Tigipko, a shareholder of the TAS Group, for the concentration through the indirect acquisition of 100% of the shares of Idea Bank JSC.
On December 20, the IMF will evaluate the allocation of $1.1 billion to Ukraine following the sixth review of the EFF program.

On December 20, the IMF will evaluate the allocation of $1.1 billion to Ukraine following the sixth review of the EFF program.

The Board of Directors of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) will discuss the sixth review of the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) program and the allocation of a seventh tranche of approximately $1.1 billion to Ukraine on December 20, according to the meeting schedule posted on the Fund's website.
The head of the Rada committee, Hetmantsev, anticipates the adoption of the virtual assets law in the first quarter of 2025.

The head of the Rada committee, Hetmantsev, anticipates the adoption of the virtual assets law in the first quarter of 2025.

A working group established by the parliamentary committee on finance, tax, and customs activities, which includes representatives from the National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) and the International Monetary Fund (IMF), is finalizing the text of the draft law on virtual assets and their taxation for its first reading. According to the committee chair, Daniil Getmantsev, the law could be adopted as early as the first quarter of 2025.
"Ukrinterenergo" demands to disconnect "Kharkivvodokanal" from electricity due to unpaid debts, according to a letter.

"Ukrinterenergo" demands to disconnect "Kharkivvodokanal" from electricity due to unpaid debts, according to a letter.

The "last hope" electricity supplier, GPVD "Ukrinterenergo," has demanded the disconnection of KP "Kharkivvodokanal" from the power supply due to chronic debts, starting December 23. This information was shared by Alexander Golizdra, an expert from the agency "Market.Info," who referenced a letter of demand sent by the supplier to the electricity distribution system operator "Kharkivoblenergo," which he published on his Facebook page.
MHP will acquire a 50% stake in the Spanish poultry and pork producer UVESA Group.

MHP will acquire a 50% stake in the Spanish poultry and pork producer UVESA Group.

The food and agricultural holding MHP, the largest chicken producer in Ukraine, has submitted a binding offer to acquire UVESA Group (UVESA) — a leader in the Spanish food industry specializing in poultry and pork production, as reported by the holding's press service.
The Cabinet has approved the nominations of Boyko, Guley, and Nikitin for the supervisory board of "Ukrenergo" representing the state.

The Cabinet has approved the nominations of Boyko, Guley, and Nikitin for the supervisory board of "Ukrenergo" representing the state.

The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the nominations of Yuri Boyko, Anatoly Guley, and Alexey Nikitin as state representatives on the supervisory board of the Joint Stock Company "National Energy Company 'Ukrenergo'."
The UZ expects that indexed rates will come into effect on February 1, 2025, according to Perzovsky.

The UZ expects that indexed rates will come into effect on February 1, 2025, according to Perzovsky.

Ukrzaliznytsia (UZ) anticipates that the indexed tariffs will come into effect on February 1, 2025, according to an exclusive interview with the company's Chairman, Oleksandr Pertzovskyi, reported by Interfax-Ukraine.
The transportation aspect of rail freight for key goods will see minimal changes after indexing, according to Pertzovsky.

The transportation aspect of rail freight for key goods will see minimal changes after indexing, according to Pertzovsky.

The transportation aspect of the main cargo shipments by JSC "Ukrzaliznytsia" (UZ) will not change significantly as a result of the tariff indexation.
Ukrainian cement has only partially replaced Belarusian exports to Poland, according to "Ukrcement."

Ukrainian cement has only partially replaced Belarusian exports to Poland, according to "Ukrcement."

The volume of Ukrainian cement exports to the Polish market has significantly increased during the full-scale invasion by Russia. However, it still only partially compensates for the exports from Belarus to Poland, accounting for up to 4% of Poland's total production, according to the "Ukrcement" association.
In 2025, UZ will collaborate with businesses and the government to explore ways to harmonize freight transportation tariffs.

In 2025, UZ will collaborate with businesses and the government to explore ways to harmonize freight transportation tariffs.

Ukrzaliznytsia JSC (UZ) has approved the indexing of freight transportation tariffs. In 2025, the company will continue to collaborate with businesses and the government to explore effective ways to harmonize these tariffs, as stated by UZ Chairman Oleksandr Pertzovskyi in an exclusive interview with Interfax-Ukraine.
Ukrnafta extracted an additional 13,000 tons of oil and over 6 million cubic meters of gas using hydraulic fracturing techniques.

Ukrnafta extracted an additional 13,000 tons of oil and over 6 million cubic meters of gas using hydraulic fracturing techniques.

PJSC "Ukrnafta" is actively engaged in enhancing production operations by collaborating with external contractors. As a result, the output from the treated wells has increased by 4.2 times, leading to an additional production of nearly 13,000 tons of oil and over 6 million cubic meters of gas.
A study reveals that the number of used rocket stages falling to Earth has reached 300 annually.

A study reveals that the number of used rocket stages falling to Earth has reached 300 annually.

According to a report by MIT Technology Review, more than 300 rocket stages fall to Earth each year, based on research conducted by American astrophysicist Jonathan McDowell from the Harvard-Smithsonian Center.
Yellen believes that the G7's decision to provide Ukraine with loans using Russian assets will remain in effect under a Trump administration.

Yellen believes that the G7's decision to provide Ukraine with loans using Russian assets will remain in effect under a Trump administration.

U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen expressed hope that the G7 countries' decision to provide Ukraine with loans funded by frozen Russian assets will remain in effect after the inauguration of elected President Donald Trump.
Trade between Ukraine and Poland must remain uninterrupted, according to discussions among agricultural ministers and industry associations.

Trade between Ukraine and Poland must remain uninterrupted, according to discussions among agricultural ministers and industry associations.

It is crucial for Ukraine that trade with Poland remains uninterrupted, ensuring mutual benefits for both countries, stated Vitaly Koval, the Minister of Agrarian Policy and Food, during a meeting with Polish Agriculture Minister Czesław Siekierski, which included representatives from Ukrainian and Polish agricultural associations.
Ukraine's GDP grew by 4% in the first 11 months of 2024, according to the Ministry of Economy.

Ukraine's GDP grew by 4% in the first 11 months of 2024, according to the Ministry of Economy.

The Ministry of Economy has projected a 4% increase in Ukraine's gross domestic product (GDP) for the period from January to November 2024 compared to the same timeframe last year, as reported by First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy Yulia Svyrydenko on her LinkedIn account on Wednesday.

The "KOLO" supermarket chain focuses on energy storage systems.

LLC "Aritel," which is expanding its network of grocery stores "KOLO," is focusing on energy storage systems as a solution for autonomous power supply, according to CEO Denis Zdorenko in an interview with Interfax-Ukraine.
Ukrainians have submitted over 6 million applications for the winter "eSupport," according to Shmyhal.

Ukrainians have submitted over 6 million applications for the winter "eSupport," according to Shmyhal.

Since the launch of the winter "eSupport" program, over 6 million applications have been submitted, reported Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal.
Housing prices in new developments could rise by 25% in 2025.

Housing prices in new developments could rise by 25% in 2025.

Inflation and changes in taxation are driving an increase in the cost of housing in construction projects by 15-25% in 2025, stated Marianna Bigunets, the sales director of the construction company Gazda, in an interview with Interfax-Ukraine.
Businesses with damaged infrastructure in active conflict zones will have the right to restructure their debts, according to Shmyhal.

Businesses with damaged infrastructure in active conflict zones will have the right to restructure their debts, according to Shmyhal.

Enterprises whose infrastructure has been destroyed or damaged by the enemy and is located in areas of active combat will be granted the right to restructure their debts, announced Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal.
Indpark "Formation.Lviv" has received over 114 million UAH from the Ministry of Economy.

Indpark "Formation.Lviv" has received over 114 million UAH from the Ministry of Economy.

The industrial park "Formation.Lviv" (Sihnovka, Lviv region) has secured over 114 million UAH in funding from the Ministry of Economy of Ukraine as part of the "Made in Ukraine" program for the construction and development of infrastructure. This information was reported to the Interfax-Ukraine agency by the press service of the project's developer and management company, Alterra Group.
Privat, Oschad, Mono, Raiffeisen, along with NABU and AUB associations, have signed a memorandum to strengthen financial monitoring measures.

Privat, Oschad, Mono, Raiffeisen, along with NABU and AUB associations, have signed a memorandum to strengthen financial monitoring measures.

PrivatBank, Oschadbank, Universal Bank (Mono), and Raiffeisen Bank, which accounted for 64.5% of all household funds in banks and 87.5% of active payment cards as of October 1, along with the National Association of Banks of Ukraine (NABU) and the Association of Ukrainian Banks (AUB), signed a memorandum titled "Ensuring Transparency in the Functioning of the Banking Payment Services Market" at the National Bank of Ukraine on Tuesday.
In Kyiv, over 300 buildings have established autonomous power supply systems, according to Klitschko.

In Kyiv, over 300 buildings have established autonomous power supply systems, according to Klitschko.

More than 300 buildings in the capital have installed autonomous energy systems, making them independent from power outages, Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko reported on Facebook on Tuesday.
A survey reveals that 70% of Ukrainians will allocate part of their New Year budget to charity, with 91% of baby boomers supporting the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

A survey reveals that 70% of Ukrainians will allocate part of their New Year budget to charity, with 91% of baby boomers supporting the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

According to a study conducted by the consulting firm Deloitte, seven out of ten surveyed Ukrainians intend to allocate a portion of their holiday budget for Christmas and New Year celebrations to charitable causes.
Ukraine will receive €7 million for the restoration of equipment at the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant.

Ukraine will receive €7 million for the restoration of equipment at the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant.

Contributor countries to the International Cooperation Account for Chernobyl have announced the allocation of approximately EUR 7 million for the development of the Chernobyl exclusion zone, as reported by Minister of Environmental Protection and Natural Resources Svitlana Hrynchuk on Facebook last Friday.
Over the course of a week, DTEK restored electricity supply for nearly 23,000 customers.

Over the course of a week, DTEK restored electricity supply for nearly 23,000 customers.

From December 2 to December 8, the energy operators of the distribution system (OSR) "DTEK Networks" successfully restored electricity supply, either fully or partially, to 25 settlements, bringing light back to nearly 23,000 households in the Dnipropetrovsk, Donetsk, and Kyiv regions.
Post-war reconstruction of Ukraine will require fire-resistant materials worth approximately 1 billion UAH, according to the director of Kovlar Group.

Post-war reconstruction of Ukraine will require fire-resistant materials worth approximately 1 billion UAH, according to the director of Kovlar Group.

According to Konstantin Kalafat, founder and director of "Kovlar Group," Ukraine will require approximately 100,000 tons of fire-retardant paints, plasters, and other materials for post-war reconstruction, totaling around 1 billion UAH, as reported by the Interfax-Ukraine agency.