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Zelensky decides on new NBU governor's candidacy

The relevant draft decree was published on the parliament's website on July 15.

23:53, 15.07.2020

First deputy NBU governor Rozhkova assuming duties of acting chief until new leader appointed

She says Smolii's replacement at top post should be an independent technocrat.

21:30, 03.07.2020

"Raise inflation, weaken hryvnia": Smolii speaks more of pressure on NBU

Smolii says he has been hearing calls for policies that would benefit a particular sector of the economy or exporters.

20:30, 03.07.2020

Ukraine's parliament backs chief banker's exit

Smolii signed a letter of resignation on July 1.

16:28, 03.07.2020

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Zelensky holds consultations on new NBU governor's candidacy

Smolii signed a letter of resignation on July 1, 2020.

11:40, 03.07.2020

EU says NBU chief's resignation "sends a worrying signal"

Establishing a strong and independent National Bank has been a fundamental achievement for Ukraine, and remains crucial to the country's future success, the spokesperson said.

09:40, 03.07.2020

Ukraine has sufficient resources to ensure hryvnia stability – finance minister

The statement comes following an unexpected resignation of NBU Governor Yakiv Smolii.

21:00, 02.07.2020

Expert names possible candidates for NBU Governor's post (Video)

Other potential candidates named by the media are incumbent member of the NBU Board Olena Shcherbakova, Chairman of the NBU Council Bohdan Danylyshyn, and ex-Prime Minister of Ukraine Arseniy Yatsenyuk.

16:10, 02.07.2020

Reuters: Ukraine dollar bonds fall after cbank chief resigns, bond sale cancelled

The Finance Ministry said on Thursday it would not proceed with a planned offering of dollar-denominated eurobonds.

13:10, 02.07.2020

IMF urges Ukraine to keep central bank independent as governor's exit rattles market – media

Smolii's resignation, if accepted by President Volodymyr Zelensky, risks derailing a US$5 billion deal.

12:40, 02.07.2020

Presidential draft resolution formalizing chief banker's exit registered in parliament

Under Ukrainian law, Smolii's resignation must first be accepted by the president and his technical dismissal must be confirmed by parliament.

12:20, 02.07.2020

Ukraine President's Office, ruling faction react to chief banker's resignation

Smolii signed a letter of resignation on July 1, 2020.

12:10, 02.07.2020

NBU Board comments on Governor Smolii's resignation

Smolii signed a letter of resignation on July 1, 2020.

11:55, 02.07.2020

G7 Ambassadors react to chief banker's resignation in Ukraine

Smolii signed a letter of resignation on July 1, 2020.

09:50, 02.07.2020

Governor of Ukraine's central bank Smolii files resignation letter over "political pressure"

He noted that his resignation seeks "to warn against further attempts to undermine institutional foundations of the central bank in Ukraine."

21:55, 01.07.2020

Ukraine receives US$2.1 bln tranche from IMF – NBU

Funds do not come directly from the IMF, but from the member countries.

15:50, 12.06.2020

Money print frenzy aimed at covering gov't spending has always led to disaster – NBU governor

Smolii strongly opposes the idea of "turning on a printing press," noting that the vaccine must not be worse than the disease.

19:20, 08.05.2020

Ukraine can't afford any dragging in IMF talks – central bank chief

Smolii has stressed that in the face of increasing turbulence in world markets, it is critical to seal a cooperation program with the IMF.

23:45, 13.03.2020

Ukraine determined to continue cooperation with IMF, NBU chief says

However, the timing of the first tranche is still difficult to predict.

20:15, 12.03.2020

Central bank sees no prerequisites for default in Ukraine

NBU governor says the option of default is off the table today.

20:10, 12.03.2020

Central bank estimates Ukraine's GDP growth in 2019 at 3.3%

This estimate is based on the GDP growth rate in the fourth quarter of last year at 2.2%.

23:10, 30.01.2020

Ukraine may complete cooperation with IMF after new program implemented – minister

Ukrainian authorities and the IMF staff had reached an agreement on policies to underpin a new three-year US$5.5 billion Extended Fund Facility.

13:40, 22.01.2020

Ukraine's National Bank expects approval of new IMF program in Q1 2020

Ukraine and the IMF have reached an agreement on the new program at the staff level only.

19:59, 12.12.2019

Ukraine continues talks with IMF, hopes for their successful completion – NBU

Consultations are underway in Washington following negotiations in Kyiv.

16:20, 27.11.2019

National Bank predicts inflation in October below 7%

In September, consumer inflation in annual terms slowed to 7.5%.

19:10, 24.10.2019

Ukraine's NBU top officials meet with U.S. Treasury Acting Undersecretary

Both sides agree that the NBU's independence is vital to Ukraine's financial stability.

12:22, 19.09.2019

Central bank governor in Ukraine vows loans at 12%

Lowering the key rate is necessary, but this is not the only condition.

23:10, 05.09.2019

Peak debt payments do not affect Ukraine's forex market – NBU Governor

The payments were envisaged in macro forecasts.

19:50, 05.09.2019

IMF mission to arrive in Kyiv next week – NBU Governor

The parties will discuss the parameters of the IMF's new program for Ukraine.

19:10, 05.09.2019

NBU: Further cooperation with IMF remains basic assumption of Ukraine's macroeconomic forecast

According to Smolii, this will allow Ukraine to attract other official financing, improve the conditions of access to the international capital markets, and support the interest of investors in Ukrainian assets.

15:06, 20.07.2019

Ukraine's forex market not affected by political uncertainty – NBU

The hryvnia exchange rate keeps being formed due to supply and demand.

12:45, 19.07.2019

Zelensky, NBU Governor Smolii discuss Ukraine's macro-financial stability

The parties also talked about the current economic situation and banking system.

23:25, 24.05.2019

Kolomoisky predicts NBU Governor Smolii may remain in office

At the same time, the Ukrainian businessman proposes that NBU First Deputy Governor Rozhkova be dismissed.

14:57, 10.05.2019

Ukraine's central bank seeks talks with IMF on new program

Under the existing program, Ukraine this year may receive two more loan tranches worth $1.3 billion.

22:30, 25.04.2019

Ukrainian Central Bank head declares US$636,500 in 2018 income

He earned US$557,870 in 2017.

12:20, 29.03.2019

NBU head hopes loans for economy to become cheaper

Smolii says in January, the Monetary Committee will make a decision on the key rate which will then be approved by the NBU Board.

11:40, 18.01.2019

Ukraine's banking system reports profit, first time in five years

At the moment, there are 77 banks operating in Ukraine.

23:20, 17.01.2019

NBU head voices inflation forecast for 2019

The central bank suggests prices will be rising slower than this year.

22:00, 17.01.2019

Central bank chief in Ukraine speaks of easing forex restrictions

On February 7, a new currency law and new NBU regulations on currency regulation will be enacted.

21:20, 17.01.2019

Ukraine among top three leaders in terms of banking crisis frequency – NBU

There have been three such crises in the country in the past 20 years.

16:44, 03.12.2018

Japan's JCB payment system may enter Ukraine

JCB will soon submit a package of documents to the National Bank of Ukraine for obtaining licenses.

16:53, 07.11.2018

NBU Governor: Talks with IMF continue

Smolii says the dialogue with the Fund is constructive.

10:17, 26.09.2018

National Bank names conditions for hryvnia strengthening

NBU chief stressed that only structural reforms would really improve quality of life in Ukraine.

16:30, 11.06.2018

Ukraine may get fifth IMF tranche by autumn – NBU governor

Smolii recalled that Ukraine had committed to raise gas tariffs and pass a law on the Anti-Corruption Court to receive the IMF tranche.

14:06, 10.06.2018

New IMF program to be available to Ukraine no earlier than 2020 – NBU

The IMF does not consider new programs during the election period, Smolii said.

16:20, 31.05.2018

Ukraine may borrow funds on foreign market without IMF tranche – NBU governor

Smolii said that, in this case, the regulator will have to apply a tougher policy to contain inflation.

15:00, 31.05.2018

Week's balance: Mogherini promises another billion, Smolii takes lead of NBU , hryvnia sees new coins

EU High Representative Federica Mogherini paid a visit to Kyiv, President Petro Poroshenko met with Ukraine's businesses, Parliament finally appointed a new head of the National Bank, who announced the issue of coins instead of small hryvnia bills - these are the key economic news of the outgoing week.

16:28, 17.03.2018

Analysis

Smolii tapped to head National Bank of Ukraine

Some 247 Members of Parliament voted for this decision.

14:53, 15.03.2018

Rada to hear Gontareva report, appoint new NBU Head Mar 1 – Parubiy

Valeriya Gontareva is expected to address the Verkhovna Rada, Ukraine's parliament, with a report on her work as NBU head.

16:20, 22.02.2018

NBU hopes for fruitful discussion with IMF

Smolii stressed that it was in Ukraine's interest to continue implementing the program with the IMF and fulfilling its obligations.

14:40, 16.02.2018