Ukraine's Financial Outlook for 2025: Key Insights
Ukraine's external financing needs for 2025 have been fully met.
This was reported by the Minister of Finance of Ukraine, Serhiy Marchenko.
"This year, budget support from key partners amounts to 16.8 billion US dollars. Thanks to our coordinated efforts, the external financing requirements for this year have been completely fulfilled," he stated.
He also noted that Ukraine must remain financially prepared for any eventuality.
"In 2026, international support will remain crucial for maintaining financial stability, restoring the economy, and attracting foreign investments," Marchenko continued.
The need for external financing in 2025 is estimated at 39.3 billion dollars.
Additionally, Marchenko reported that due to the increase in domestic revenues and stable financing, the country is gradually reducing its budget deficit.
"As of the first quarter of 2025, revenues of the general fund of the state budget increased by 1 billion dollars compared to the same period in 2024," the report states.
Moreover, due to the issuance of government bonds, the budget has already attracted 3 billion dollars in 2025. The budget deficit is expected to decrease to 19.4% of GDP in 2025 from 24% in 2024.