Journalists uncover hidden assets of MP Vatsak: $3.5m car fleet and state losses
Investigation reveals network of luxury cars in Gennadiy Vatsak's circle and series of violations in his business causing multi-million losses to state budget.
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Ukrainian OnlyFans models paid over 63 million to the budget
According to data from the State Tax Service published by the outlet "Ekonomichna Pravda", representatives of the OnlyFans industry in Ukraine have made a significant contribution to the state budget.
Official unemployment rate in Ukraine hits record low
According to statistical data, the number of officially registered unemployed people in Ukraine fell to a record low of 94,200 in December 2024.
Bill on taxation of parcels from foreign marketplaces registered
A new bill concerning the taxation of parcels containing goods purchased through foreign marketplaces has been registered in the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine.
Number of millionaires grows worldwide
According to Oxfam's annual report, the global number of billionaires increased by 204 in 2024, reaching 2,769.
Trump's daughter to launch her own memecoin
A new memecoin linked to the Trump family name is being prepared for launch. The holder of 80% of TRUMP tokens transferred $197 million worth of IVANKA tokens to their wallet, a reference to the former US president's daughter.
New type of fraud involving ePidtrymka in Ukraine
Fraudsters are increasing their activity in Ukraine, attempting to deceive citizens seeking assistance under the "єПідтримка" (ePidtrymka) programme.
Melania Trump launches her own cryptocurrency
Donald Trump’s wife, Melania, unveiled her own MELANIA token, while Trump himself backed the initiative by retweeting her post.
Global pension funds may invest in Bitcoin
Global pension funds have shown interest in cryptocurrencies amid Bitcoin's rapid rise, reports the Financial Times.
Ukraine ranks eighth in global coal reserves
Ukraine holds the eighth position in the world for coal reserves. However, a significant portion of these resources is concentrated in the Donbas region, where mining prospects for the coming years remain uncertain.
Syria bans imports of goods from Iran, Israel and Russia
Syrian trading companies have introduced a ban on the import of goods from Iran, Israel and Russia.
NBU comments on rumours about tax authority gaining access to accounts
A few days ago, a news item appeared on social media claiming that the NBU would grant the tax authority access to the accounts of Ukrainian citizens. It was stated that a court order would not be required to obtain this information.
Trump launches his meme coin on the Solana blockchain
Donald Trump appears to have officially launched his own meme coin, built on the Solana blockchain. This move has sparked a frenzy in the cryptocurrency community, given the token's rapid start.
Moldova acknowledges record gas debt
Acting head of Moldgaz Vadim Cheban stated that the organisation acknowledges a historical debt to Russia's Gazprom, amounting to $709 million.
Ukraine's economy slows down
According to World Bank forecasts, Ukraine's economy will slow down by 2% in 2024. Meanwhile, the global economy is expected to grow by 2.7% in 2025 and 2026, which is similar to the forecast for the current year, Forbes reports.
Demand for petrol cars falls in Ukraine
In 2024, 27,900 new petrol-engine vehicles were registered in Ukraine, a 2% decrease compared to 2023, according to Ukravtoprom.
How taxation of parcels from marketplaces will work
The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine is considering a bill that could change the procedure for paying VAT on purchases made on international marketplaces.
Coffee prices expected to rise in Ukraine in the first half of 2025
According to Bizagro, coffee prices in Ukraine will continue to rise in the coming months. Over the past year, the cost of arabica has increased by 85%, and robusta by 90%, which has already led to a 30% increase in the price of the beverage.
Tourism in the Carpathians hits record highs
The winter season in the Carpathians is hitting record levels of visitor numbers: the number of tourists choosing western regions of Ukraine for their holidays has increased by 40% compared to last year.
Switch to the euro to take 5-10 years
Yesterday, media reported that Ukraine is switching from the dollar to the euro. Bogdan Kytsak, a member of the Verkhovna Rada committee on economic development, decided to explain what this means for Ukraine and its residents.
China interested in buying German car plants
China is showing serious interest in acquiring German carmakers, in particular the Volkswagen Group. This is reported by Reuters, citing sources familiar with the situation.