Economy
New Zealand has imposed sanctions on 33 individuals and organisations that support Russia
New Zealand’s sanctions are directed against 33 individuals, including those involved in the abduction of Ukrainian children and in supporting the Russian Federation’s invasion.
The allies are in no hurry to supply Ukraine with air defence missiles from their own stocks
NATO countries have limited stocks of interceptors, and not all of them are prepared to transfer them to Ukraine. This exacerbates the shortage of missiles for the Patriot systems.
Steelmakers have called for railway tariffs not to be increased by 30%
Steelmakers are calling on the government to reverse Ukrzaliznytsia’s tariff increases on the 30% route: the blocked ports have already caused logistics costs to rise two to threefold.
Shareholders of Samsung and SK Hynix are demanding higher payouts from AI revenues
Shareholders of Samsung and SK Hynix are calling for higher dividends and share buybacks. The companies are expected to disclose their dividend plans in the near future.
Prices will soar following the attacks on warehouses: what will become more expensive
Following the strikes on warehouses, widespread shortages are not expected, but the prices of certain goods may rise, and delivery times may take up to two or three days.
The government is urgently convening business leaders following Russia’s overnight attack
The government is convening business representatives following an overnight attack by the Russian Federation on civilian enterprises, warehouses and logistics facilities.
Wildberries has reduced the commission charged to sellers from China by a factor of 20
Wildberries has set a fee of 500 yuan for Chinese sellers until 31 August 2026. Advertising points are credited once the account is activated.
Dollar exchange rate: Ukraine’s reserves could rise to $70 billion
Ukraine could receive $54 billion in international aid in 2026, which would enable it to build up its reserves to a record $70 billion.
Oil refining in Russia has fallen to its lowest level in 20 years
In July, Russian oil refineries processed 3.6 million barrels of crude oil per day — the lowest figure since 2002 and a third below the norm.
Journeys with Uklon and Bolt may become more expensive due to new tax rules
The new tax rules for ride-hailing platforms were due to come into force in 2027. They could affect taxi fares and drivers’ earnings.
Diesel at petrol stations is approaching 99 UAH per litre
Diesel prices in Ukraine have risen by 1–2 UAH per litre, whilst premium fuel at some petrol stations has already approached 99 UAH.
Ukraine is selling electricity to Romania amid a drought and restrictions at nuclear power stations
Romania is importing electricity from Ukraine to make up for the shortfall caused by the drought and restrictions on operations at the Cernavodă nuclear power station.
Ukrainians are stopping paying their utility bills en masse
There are nearly 830,000 enforcement proceedings in Ukraine relating to utility debts. Over the past six months, 108,600 new cases have been added.
The State Border Guard Service and the Tax Authority are switching to automatic data exchange
The State Border Guard Service and the Tax Authority have signed an agreement on the automatic, secure exchange of data. There will be no changes to the rules for crossing the border.
Tankers are sailing «blind»: Saudi Arabia is saving its oil exports
The port of Yanbu has become a key route for Saudi oil exports, whilst some tankers pass through the straits without transmitting an AIS signal.
Getmantsev spoke of a sense of despair among businesses, the likes of which had not been seen since 2022
The loss of a warehouse due to a Russian attack means that businesses face a loss of stock, disrupted orders, additional costs and logistical problems.
