Business news from Ukraine

Business news from Ukraine

Thunderstorms are forecast in many regions of Ukraine

Thunderstorms are expected in the northern, Cherkasy, and Poltava regions of Ukraine on Sunday, June 22, in the coming hour and continuing until the end of the day, according to the Ukrainian Hydrometeorological Center.
Thunderstorms are also expected on Monday, June 23, throughout the day in the eastern and southeastern regions and at night in most central regions of Ukraine.
“Weather conditions may complicate the work of energy, construction, and utility companies and affect traffic,” the report said.
In this regard, a level I (yellow) danger warning has been issued in the relevant regions.

 

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Iran calls for emergency UN Security Council meeting

Amir Saeed Iravani, Iran’s permanent representative to the United Nations, has published a letter condemning President Trump’s airstrikes on three key nuclear sites in the Islamic Republic of Iran, Fox News reports.

“The Islamic Republic of Iran condemns in the strongest terms these unprovoked and deliberate acts of aggression. Undoubtedly, the United States’ military aggression against sovereignty and territorial integrity is a clear and flagrant violation of international law and the imperative international norms enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations,” Eraj Saeed wrote, after which he called on the UN Security Council to immediately convene an emergency meeting due to the “savage and barbaric” actions of the US administration. enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations,“ Iravani wrote, calling on the UN Security Council to immediately convene an emergency meeting over the ”savage and criminal actions“ of the US.

”The Islamic Republic of Iran urges the Security Council to immediately convene an emergency meeting to consider this flagrant and illegal act of aggression, condemn it in the strongest terms and take all necessary measures within its responsibilities under the Charter to ensure that those responsible for such heinous crimes are held fully accountable and do not go unpunished,” Iravani wrote.

ADONIS offers comprehensive eye exam at special price

Vision is one of the most important senses, and regular checkups help preserve it for many years. If you have been planning to visit an ophthalmologist for a long time, now is the perfect time! ADONIS offers a comprehensive eye exam at a special price.

Promotion terms

What is included in the package?

  • Ophthalmologist consultation (with visual acuity assessment and biomicroscopy of the anterior segment of the eye) – 895 UAH
  • Pneumotonometry – free of charge (worth 205 UAH)
  • Prescription glasses (1 pair) – free of charge (worth 295 UAH)
  • Fundus examination – free of charge (worth 405 UAH)

Why is this important?

  • Early detection of vision problems
  • Control of intraocular pressure
  • Selection of optimal glasses for correction
  • Diagnosis of the general condition of the eyes

How to take advantage of the offer?

  • Make an appointment by phone: 0 800 707 707
  • Inform us of your desire to take advantage of the promotional offer when making an appointment

ADONIS – quality medicine for adults and children.

ADONIS is a network of private medical centers for adults and children. The private clinic ADONIS was founded over 25 years ago. Its network includes seven branches in Kyiv and the surrounding region, including a rehabilitation center and a stem cell laboratory. Doctors at the clinic’s branches provide consultations in 65 medical fields. In the current war conditions, ADONIS branches with surgical departments provide high-quality medical care to military personnel and civilians.

Grain exports from Ukraine fell to 40 mln tons – Ministry of Agriculture

As of June 20, Ukraine had exported 40.04 million tons of grains and legumes since the beginning of the 2024-2025 marketing year (July-June), of which 1.668 million tons were shipped since the beginning of the current month,

according to the press service of the Ministry of Agrarian Policy and Food, citing data from the State Customs Service.

According to the report, as of June 21 last year, total shipments were estimated at 49.54 million tons, including 2.608 million tons in June.

At the same time, since the beginning of the current season, 15.566 million tons of wheat (18.123 million tons in 2023/2024 MY) have been exported, 2.314 million tons of barley (2.461 million tons), 10.8 thousand tons of rye (1.6 thousand tons), and 21.565 million tons of corn (28.416 million tons). (1.6 thousand tons), and corn – 21.565 million tons (28.416 million tons).

Total exports of Ukrainian flour since the beginning of the season as of June 20 are estimated at 68.7 thousand tons (in 2023/2024 MY – 96.7 thousand tons), including wheat flour – 61.2 thousand tons (91.3 thousand tons).

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VFU announces new bond buyback worth $1.14 mln at 90% of face value

Ukraine’s second-largest mobile operator, VFU (Vodafone Ukraine), has announced a second offer to redeem its Eurobonds worth $1.14 million in connection with the company’s second monthly dividend payment to shareholder Telco Investments B.V. in the amount of UAH 47.503 million on June 3 this year and significantly reduced the redemption price.

As the company explains in a stock exchange announcement, according to changes made by the National Bank of Ukraine on December 21, 2024, it is now permitted to pay dividends abroad on a monthly basis in an amount not exceeding EUR 1 million per month.

Accordingly, on April 24, 2025, VFU announced the payment of dividends to its shareholder in the amount of UAH 660.245 million for 2024 and intends to pay them in separate monthly dividend payments. Each such monthly dividend is expected to amount to the equivalent of EUR1 million in hryvnia. In May, the company paid UAH 46.092 million, or the equivalent of $1.11 million.

The company reiterated that, in accordance with the terms of the bond issue, it must offer all bondholders the opportunity to sell their bonds for an amount equal to the dividends paid outside Ukraine.

According to the announced terms, the bonds are redeemed at 90% of their face value, while the initial offer was at 99% of their face value, and the company received almost 250 times more applications than the maximum redemption amount.

VFU recalled that a total of $300 million worth of bonds maturing in February 2027 with a nominal rate of 9.625% per annum were issued, of which $298.955 million are in circulation, and the company currently holds $0.5 million worth of bonds.

Applications for participation in the redemption are accepted until July 2 inclusive.

As reported, VFU increased its revenue by 13.1% to UAH 24.44 billion in 2024, reducing its net profit by 30.1% to UAH 3.54 billion.

In January-March 2025, revenue grew by 14% compared to the same period in 2024, to UAH 6.59 billion, while net profit fell by 24% to UAH 697 million.

CT scan with 20% discount from ADONIS

Planning a check-up? Take advantage of this great opportunity to get a CT scan at a discount at the ADONIS medical center. Every Sunday, we offer a 20% discount on CT diagnostics — for your health, confidence, and peace of mind.

Terms and conditions:

  • The promotion is valid from June 1, 2025, to June 30, 2025.
  • The 20% discount on CT scans is valid only on Sundays.
  • The special offer is available at ADONIS branches:

— 39 Spaska Street (Kyiv);

— 8-B Raisy Okipnoi St. (Kyiv);

— 90 Akademika Shalimova St. (Sofiivska Borshchahivka).

  • The offer does not apply to patients with insurance policies
  • For pregnant women — only on the recommendation of a doctor
  • Not available for children under 4 years of age

Computed tomography (CT) is one of the most informative diagnostic methods. Accurate images of internal organs, blood vessels, soft tissues, and bone structures help doctors detect even the smallest changes. And discounts are a nice bonus to the high level of service.

Equipment you can trust

ADONIS clinics use high-precision equipment manufactured in the USA and Germany. This technology guarantees the reliability of the examination and minimal radiation exposure.

Appointment for examination:

Don’t put off your diagnosis — get a CT scan on a convenient day and at an affordable price.

Make an appointment using the online form or by phone: 0 800 707 707

Select a Sunday for your CT scan and inform the administrator that you would like to take advantage of the offer

Arrive on time for your appointment and receive a discount.

ADONIS — quality medicine for adults and children.

ADONIS is a network of private medical centers for adults and children. The ADONIS private clinic was founded over 25 years ago.

Its network includes seven branches in Kyiv and the surrounding region, including a rehabilitation center and a stem cell laboratory. Doctors at the clinic’s branches provide consultations in 65 medical fields. In the current war situation, ADONIS branches with surgical departments provide high-quality medical care to military personnel and civilians.