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Ukraine receives less aid in Q3 2026 due to reform delays, NBU forecasts future support
International financial assistance to Ukraine in the third quarter of 2026 arrived slower than expected because of delays in implementing reforms. The National Bank of Ukraine’s updated macroeconomic forecast projects direct budget support and a defence component of the Ukraine Support Loan by the end of the year. The forecasted support is described as a projection, not confirmed inflows. The bank notes that international aid will remain the main source of financing for Ukraine’s budget in 2026‑2027. Recent parliamentary legislation in October aims to unblock EU and IMF funding, and the NBU expects Ukraine to accelerate reform implementation to reduce funding shortfall risks.