The U. S. Department of the Interior has proposed cutting bonds for oil and gas companies by 95%. This is intended to boost investment in energy resource extraction.
Global oil prices fell more than 3% after statements about progress in US-Iran negotiations. Brent fell to $77.90 per barrel, WTI to $74.82 per barrel.
The Moscow Exchange index collapsed by 4. 23% on June 22, marking the strongest one-day decline since September 2022. Gazprom shares fell below 100 rubles for the first time since 2008.
In June 2026, young vegetables, strawberries, and sweet cherries became cheaper in Ukraine. At the same time, apricots, peaches, blueberries, and raspberries became more expensive due to spring frosts.
The Polish Entrepreneurship Council called for a reduction in tensions in Polish-Ukrainian relations, emphasizing the importance of dialogue and cooperation. They noted that the economies of the countries are closely interconnected and that the capital of trust should not be lost.
Russian farmers massively report unbearable fuel costs and warn of the impossibility of harvesting. The CPD notes that all resources are directed to the war, while the civilian sector is supplied on a residual basis.
According to CNN, the war with Iran cost the Pentagon approximately $40 billion. Americans faced rising fuel prices and an acceleration of inflation to over 4%.
Prosecutor General Ruslan Kravchenko summed up the results of the work: out of more than 26 thousand criminal proceedings against businesses, 9,716 were closed. The "StopPressure" platform received 271 appeals, and measures were taken in 54 cases.
The former president of Poland stated that a mass exodus of Ukrainians could seriously hit the economy, the service sector, healthcare, and construction. He called Ukrainians a 'gift' for the country amid the demographic crisis.
56 out of 83 regions of the Russian Federation have a budget deficit, which is ten times more than at the beginning of the war. The Kremlin has reduced support for the regions, shifting defense spending onto them.
Germany's Economy Minister stated that Brussels will insist on non-Russian gas supplies in agreements with Turkey. Ankara is negotiating with Gazprom on new contracts but acknowledges the difficulty of replacing Russian gas.
Brent and WTI crude oil prices rose on Friday but are ending the week with a decline of about 8% after the ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah. Iran tightens control over the Strait of Hormuz, requiring permission for vessel passage.
The Polish president stated that Ukraine's accession to the EU threatens Polish farmers. He promised to defend the interests of Polish producers.
The Verkhovna Rada Committee recommended adopting draft law No. 15262, which provides for a corporate income tax rate for banks of 50% for 2026-2027. This will be the fourth tax increase for banks.
Farmers can receive up to UAH 1,000 per hectare for the purchase of mineral fertilizers of Ukrainian production. The maximum compensation for land reclamation has been increased to over UAH 30,000 per hectare.
Farmers in Odesa region were the first to start harvesting the new crop. The Ministry of Economy forecasts the total harvest of grains and oilseeds at 81-83 million tons.
Ukraine's aviation industry paid a record UAH 702 million in taxes in 2025, despite the closed sky. Due to criminal cases by the Bureau of Economic Security (BEB) regarding aircraft leasing and a decline in profitability, businesses risk leaving Ukrainian jurisdiction.
Temporary easing of US sanctions on Russian oil exports brought Moscow over $2 billion in additional revenues. The Trump administration decided not to extend the exception after the end of the war between Iran and the US.
The National Bank of Ukraine set the official hryvnia exchange rate for June 19 at UAH 44. 9125/USD, weakening the currency by 11 kopecks. The euro exchange rate was UAH 51.4563/EUR, strengthening the hryvnia by 47 kopecks.
Global oil prices are heading for their biggest weekly drop after shipping through the Strait of Hormuz resumed. WTI crude fell to $75 per barrel, losing more than 9% over the week.
US President Donald Trump stated that Apple has agreed to cooperate with Intel in the development and production of chips on US territory. The deal is expected to strengthen Intel's position and reduce Apple's dependence on TSMC.
At the "Ramstein" meeting, partners announced support packages worth over $2. 5 billion. Among the results are over $1 billion for the PURL program, $500 million for long-range munitions, and $1 billion for Ukrainian drones and missiles.
SpaceX shares rose 12% in the first week after the IPO, while Tesla lost 2. 9%. SpaceX briefly became the fifth most valuable company in the world.
Ukraine's partners at the 35th Ramstein meeting allocated over $1. 7 billion. Of this, $1.2 billion will go to air defense, and $540 million to long-range artillery ammunition.
The government introduces a preferential mortgage єОселя for veterans and families of fallen heroes at 3% for the first 10 years. New norms for housing area have been established for all borrowers.
The G7 will increase pressure on the Russian economy to limit its military capabilities. António Costa called this a step toward a just and lasting peace in Ukraine.
Svyatoslav Pavlyuk spoke about the development of renewable energy to reduce imports. Currently, it is only capable of powering critical urban infrastructure.
Law enforcement officers are investigating a possible undervaluation of the Ocean Plaza Mall prior to its sale. Documents were seized from State Property Fund officials during searches.
Iryna Terekh called EU bureaucracy an obstacle for Ukrainian technologies. The Flamingo missile passed certification in Ukraine in just five weeks.
The Rada has unblocked the law on increasing defense expenditures by 1. 56 trillion hryvnias. The funds will be directed toward military salaries and equipment modernization.