National Bank of Ukraine (NBU)
Strict foreign exchange rules set to stay in Ukraine, says governor
Sergei Arbuzov explains why the National Bank of Ukraine keeps a tight rein on foreign exchange transactions; says temporary easing of rules for sporting tournament will not become permanent
Ukraine issues commemorative Euro 2012 coins
National Bank of Ukraine reveals commemorative coins dedicated to the European Football Championship 2012; first ever half-kilo gold coin forms part of the series
IMF appears to back Ukraine involvement in Vienna Initiative
European mission head at IMF said to offer support for National Bank of Ukraine participation in Vienna Initiative
Ukraine releases banking group identification regulation
New regulation brings Ukraine further into line with EU and Basel Committee principles; describes how banking groups come to be classified as such in the country
National Bank of Ukraine publishes Encyclopaedia of Banking
First in a set of books explaining the banking system in Ukraine is released; series forms part of the celebrations of the central bank’s 20th anniversary
National Bank of Ukraine appoints new head of payments systems
Natalia Syniavska takes on role overseeing all payments operations at the Ukrainian central bank
Ukraine picks central banker as finance minister: reports
First deputy governor Yurii Kolobov becomes finance minister; local media reports unconfirmed by official sources
Ukrainian central bank signs agreement with banking association
National Bank of Ukraine agrees to deeper co-operation with Independent Banking Association of Ukraine; two bodies sign memorandum of partnership and co-operation
Ukraine deputy governor resigns
National Bank of Ukraine quietly replaces Volodymyr Krotiuk as deputy governor; offers no explanation as director of financial department takes over the role
Ukraine’s Stelmakh bows out
National Bank of Ukraine governor Volodymyr Stelmakh tenders resignation over a year past expiry of term; first deputy governor Serhii Arbuzov named his replacement
Rate round-up: Chile ignores global tensions and hikes rates
Chile raises rates despite uncertainty in global recovery; Norway and South Korea hold; Ukraine cuts
Ukraine President in bid to strengthen central bank independence
Ukraine’s President Viktor Yanukovych submits draft bill to enhance central bank’s independence; measures lengthen governor’s term, increase number of deputies and prohibit party membership
Stelmakh to remain Ukraine chief for now
National Bank of Ukraine governor Volodymyr Stelmakh will remain in office for the time being having overstayed term limit by three months, according to new prime minister
Challenges for a new Ukrainian governor
Analysts say governor Volodymyr Stelmakh will leave once election results are confirmed, replacement faces challenges including managing the currency
Ukraine deputy quits on political meddling
National Bank of Ukraine’s Oleksandr Savchenko resigns accusing the President of interference with the central bank’s monetary policy
Ukraine's central bank faces auditors
Accusations of mismanagement and corruption at the National Bank of Ukraine are to be investigated by international auditors, according to an official at the central bank.
Ukraine president to block move to sack governor
Viktor Yuschenko, the Ukraine's president, is to launch a legal bid to render parliament's latest attempt to oust the governor of the country's central bank invalid.
Sack governor, Ukraine PM tells president
Viktor Yushchenko, Ukraine's president, on Friday rejected renewed calls by Yulia Tymoshenko, the country's prime minister, to sack Volodymyr Stelmakh, the governor of the country's central bank.
Political turmoil in Ukraine over CB loan
Yulia Tymoshenko, Ukraine's prime minister, has called for the resignation of Viktor Yushchenko, the president and former head of the country's central bank, after accusing him of profiting from bets against the currency last week as the country…
Ukraine central bank to fine banks for laundering
A resolution which came into force on 21 June allows the National Bank of Ukraine to fine banks 0.01 per cent for every violation of banking legislation on money laundering, according to a report by the Interfax-Ukraine news agency. The government hopes…
IMF criticises Ukraine's bank refinancing program
The IMF has criticised the National Bank of Ukraine's long-term bank refinancing program, reports Interfax, saying it may distort the credit market, limit monetary policy flexibility and increase government spending.
Ukrainian leader urges c bank/ cabinet cooperation
Leonid Kuchma, the Ukrainian president, has said decisions must be coordinated, particularly between the National Bank of Ukraine and the government.
Ukrainian central bank to fight money laundering
The National Bank of Ukraine expects to make another decision to fight money laundering schemes and stop unlawful money transfers abroad by the end of this week, the head of the National Bank of Ukraine, Serhiy Tyhypko, said Monday.