Ukrainian Businesses Brace for October 2025 Power Outages: Survey
Recent insights from a survey conducted by the Ukrainian Chamber of Commerce and Industry highlight how Ukrainian businesses are preparing for power outages anticipated in October 2025. A significant portion of entrepreneurs is taking steps to mitigate potential disruptions caused by these outages.
Survey Findings on Business Preparedness
The October 2025 survey, part of the Barometer of Business initiative, reveals notable trends in the readiness of enterprises. Key findings include:
- 80% of entrepreneurs are preparing for potential power outages by securing alternative power sources.
- 56% of businesses currently possess generators, a slight drop from November 2024.
- 19% of enterprises have alternative power sources, which marks a 13% increase.
- 5% have invested in autonomous power solutions to ensure operational continuity.
- Only 14% are in the process of purchasing additional power equipment, a decrease of 3% from previous assessments.
- 7% plan to reduce power consumption, down from 14% the previous year.
Despite these measures, the overall Business Barometer index has shown a decline compared to the previous month. This trend indicates ongoing struggles within the business environment, accompanied by widespread negative expectations.
Sectoral Insights and Exporter Sentiments
Different sectors exhibit varying levels of optimism. The construction industry has shown a slight shift towards positive expectations. In contrast, negative sentiments are prevalent in the manufacturing, services, and trade sectors.
Exporters, in particular, display a more pessimistic outlook compared to the broader business climate. This suggests that while many Ukrainian businesses are actively preparing for challenges ahead, there is an underlying caution about the overall economic landscape.
In summary, the October 2025 survey underscores the proactive strategies implemented by Ukrainian businesses as they brace for potential power outages. However, uncertainties in economic conditions continue to loom large.
