The parent company of mobile operator Kyivstar, Kyivstar Group Ltd., announced the completion of its historic listing on the Nasdaq Stock Market. Kyivstar became the first Ukrainian company to list on the exchange.
The company's shares, 89.6% of which are owned by VEON, have been trading on the stock exchange under the ticker KYIV since August 15. To officially mark the public offering, Kyivstar will participate in the Nasdaq Opening Bell ceremony in New York on August 29, 2025.
"Our entry into the public market is a significant event not only for the company, but also for the entire Ukrainian business community," said Kyivstar President Oleksandr Komarov. "Listing on Nasdaq enhances the company's international visibility and emphasizes the strength and stability of a leading Ukrainian business. This is a powerful signal to international investors that effectively managed, high-performing and innovative companies operate in Ukraine."
In an official statement, Komarov also thanked everyone who made Kyivstar's listing on the Nasdaq possible, including VEON, investors, the team, and customers.
"We are confidently looking to the future, implementing Kyivstar's strategy and developing its long-term potential," the company's CEO said in a statement.
Recall, it was previously reported that Kyivstar plans to raise from $50 million to $200 million during its IPO.