7 million. The NBU noted that at the beginning of the year the population has taken the purchase of dollars very seriously, setting the maximum record in recent years. The last time demand for currency was fixed before the full -scale invasion of the Russian army - in April 2021, Ukrainians bought $ 545. 9 million. In January 2023, most demand (370. 5 million) fell on non -cash currency, which Ukrainians buy from banks at a rate close to official (UAH 36. 6). On the cash market, the rate ranges at 40.
5 UAH/USD. A sharp jump in demand for foreign currency began in December 2022. The NBU explained the reason: this happened because of the significant need for importing energy and electrical equipment, as evidenced by the data of the Macroeconomic and Monetary Inspection of the National Bank. "Demand for currency was formed by fuel and energy industry enterprises, as well as banks to provide payments with international payment systems," the NBU said.
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