KYIV, May 1 – The Business Activity Expectations Index, calculated by the National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) on a scale from zero to 100, has remained above the neutral level for the second month in a row, in April it rose another 0.3 points – to 52.3 points, the regulator said on Wednesday.

"The positive outlook across all sectors for the near future resulted, among other things, from optimistic forecasts for international financing, re-established logistical chains, a seasonal revival in business activity, stronger domestic demand, and slower inflation," the NBU said.