Russian companies spend 39% of profits on debt payments – CCD
In September, Russian companies allocated a record 39% of their profits to interest payments on loans. The war in Ukraine continues to deepen the stagnation of the Russian economy.
Economy
20 November 2025
Emergency power cuts in Kyiv and several regions
Emergency power cuts have been imposed on the Dnipropetrovsk, Odesa, and Kyiv regions, as well as in the capital.
Three Ukrainian NPPs reduce output after Russia’s November 19 attack – IAEA
Three Ukrainian nuclear power plants, Khmelnytskyi, Rivne, and South Ukraine, lost connection to their dedicated high-voltage transmission lines following Russia’s massive attack on November 19, resulting in four of the nine reactors reducing electricity generation.
Russians strike energy facilities in several regions overnight, causing power outages
As of the morning of November 20, drone strikes on energy facilities in several regions have resulted in power outages, including in the Dnipropetrovsk region. All regions of Ukraine are currently operating under scheduled hourly power cuts, ranging from 2.5 to 4 stages.
Leadership of Ukrainian Danube Shipping Company and Ukrainian Sea Ports Authority dismissed
The Ministry for Communities and Territories Development has initiated a renewal of the management system of key state enterprises in the maritime and inland water transport sectors.
Norway to provide Ukraine with additional USD 46M in humanitarian aid
Norway is providing Ukraine with further 465 million Norwegian kroner (approximately $45.8 million) in humanitarian support. This allocation adds to 120 million Norwegian kroner (approximately $11.8 million) already designated for food security.
19 November 2025
Zaporizhzhia NPP reconnected to main power line – IAEA
The Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (NPP) has been reconnected to a repaired high-voltage power line following a four-day outage.
Grain From Ukraine initiative transitions to new format, will export technologies – PM Svyrydenko
The humanitarian initiative Grain From Ukraine will transition to a new format—Food from Ukraine—which will involve exporting technologies to African countries and building mutually beneficial partnerships.
Russia attacks energy infrastructure, causing emergency power cuts in several regions
Emergency power cuts have been introduced in a number of regions of Ukraine due to the Russian attack.
Sanctions cut flow of Russian oil to China by two-thirds – Bloomberg
Expanded sanctions targeting Chinese ports and refineries are restricting flows of Russian and Iranian oil to the world's largest importer, though new workarounds suggest the slowdown may be temporary.
18 November 2025
Ukraine's PM, EBRD president discuss financing gas purchases for heating season
Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko and EBRD President Odile Renaud-Basso have discussed securing financial resources for gas procurement and ensuring Ukraine's heating season proceeds smoothly.
Ukrainian, Czech companies to jointly develop interceptor drones
JSC Ukrainian Defense Industry (Ukroboronprom) and the Czech company Air Team have signed an agreement on the joint development of technology for intercepting aerial targets.
Ukraine and Greece to jointly produce marine drones - media
Athens and Kyiv have agreed on joint production of unmanned boats (UB), tested in naval battles, at Greek shipyards.
EU allocating over EUR 140M to develop Ukrainian dual-use technologies – defense official
The European Union has opened the possibility of allocating funds from the Ukraine Facility to support dual-use technologies, enabling manufacturers of navigation and communication systems, as well as drones, to receive financing.
Khmelnytskyi NPP power unit operating with damaged turbine – Energoatom
Information about the technical condition of Unit 2 at the Khmelnytskyi Nuclear Power Plant is fully transparent — for the regulator, all relevant agencies, and the public at large.
Power outage schedules operating round-the-clock in several regions of Ukraine
In most regions of Ukraine on Tuesday, November 18, electricity consumption will be limited, and schedules for all consumers will be in effect from 00:00 to 23:59.
Ukraine and IMF begin negotiations on new financing program
The leaders of Ukraine's Ministry of Finance, the National Bank of Ukraine, and experts from the International Monetary Fund have started discussions on a new financial cooperation program.
Russians begin cutting food expenses, switching to fast food – CCD
In Russia, restaurant patronage continues to fall steadily, with Russians increasingly opting for fast food.
17 November 2025
Ukraine is ready for joint drone production with France – Zelensky
President Volodymyr Zelensky said that Ukraine is ready for joint drone production with France. According to him, this partnership will strengthen both countries and contribute to enhancing European security overall.
Government launches full-scale audit of Energoatom
Prime Minister of Ukraine Yuliia Svyrydenko has stated that the audit of the National Nuclear Energy Generating Company Energoatom is already underway, and its interim results are expected in December.
European Commission President presents three options for financial support to Ukraine
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has proposed three models of financial support for Ukraine for the coming years, including a loan option backed by frozen Russian assets.
IMF proposes new $8B financing program for Ukraine – MP
The International Monetary Fund has proposed a new four-year financing program for Ukraine totaling about $8 billion.
Ukroboronprom holds first negotiations at Dubai Airshow exhibition
Representatives of JSC Ukrainian Defence Industry (Ukroboronprom) held their first negotiations at the Dubai Airshow international exhibition.
Power outages in four regions due to Russian attacks – Ukrenergo
As a result of drone attacks during the night and on Monday morning, November 17, consumers in the Chernihiv, Kharkiv, Donetsk, and Odesa regions are without power; by the end of the day, hourly blackout schedules ranging from 1 to 4 stages will be in effect.
IMF mission begins work in Ukraine
The International Monetary Fund mission has begun work in Ukraine today, together with government representatives, on launching a new Extended Fund Facility (EFF) program.
Power outage schedules to be in effect on Mon
In most regions of Ukraine on Monday, November 17, electricity consumption will be limited, with schedules for both residential and industrial consumers in effect from 00:00 to 23:59.
16 November 2025
Ukraine, Greece seal gas deal to boost winter energy security
Naftogaz of Ukraine and the Greek state company DEPA Commercial have signed a Letter of Intent on the supply of natural gas to Ukraine during the winter period, as part of the meeting between President Volodymyr Zelensky and Prime Minister of Greece Kyriakos Mitsotakis.
Gas supplies from Greece will begin in January, says Zelensky
President Volodymyr Zelensky has announced that gas imports from Greece will begin in January next year.
Russia’s Central Bank records capital outflows for five months – CCD
The Central Bank of the Russian Federation has been recording capital outflows from the banking system for five consecutive months.