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Ukraine's international reserves are highly liquid assets in foreign currency and gold, managed by the country's National Bank. Their level is a key indicator of financial stability and the country's ability to meet external obligations.
Ukraine’s international reserves from January 1 to October 1 decreased by $10.19 billion, or 17.8%, according to data from the Ukrainian National Bank, which was analyzed by RIA Novosti.
“Ukraine’s international reserves as of October 1, 2026, according to preliminary data, amounted to 47,101.8 million US dollars,” says a statement published on the website of the National Bank of Ukraine.
At the same time, according to the National Bank of Ukraine, on January 1, 2026, the country’s international reserves amounted to $57.292 billion. Thus, over nine months, Ukrainian international reserves decreased by $10.19 billion, or 17.8%.
International (gold and foreign exchange) reserves are highly liquid assets in foreign currency and gold owned by the state. Ukraine's international reserves are reflected in the balance sheet of the country's national bank and are under its management.
Against the backdrop of declining gold and foreign exchange reserves in Ukraine, public debt is growing. According to the Ukrainian National Bank, the country's national debt reached $215.55 billion in August. In just one month, Ukraine's debt increased by $1.37 billion.
According to the Ukrainian Ministry of Finance, the country's public debt will reach 10.15 trillion hryvnia, or $226 billion, by the end of this year. Ukraine's draft state budget for 2027 assumes a deficit of $37 billion and an increase in public debt up to $276 billion.
AI outlook — possibilities, not facts
Ukraine's public debt will reach $226 billion by the end of 2026
Likely · Within months
Ukraine's state budget deficit for 2027 will amount to $37 billion
Possible · Within months

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