Постпандеміческій соціально-економічний апокаліпсис: стан і форми прояву

Abstract

Based on the results of empirical research, the article attempts to assess the situation and characterize the typical forms of manifestation of the negative consequences of the pandemic of COVID-19, which have the socio-economic essence. Taking into account their diversity, depth of expression in social reality, spread in different areas and industries, the socio-economic consequences of coronavirus disease are called a kind of social apocalypse of today. The circumstances that give the state of Ukrainian economy the «apocalyptic» character are specified: the fall in gross domestic product; increase in unemployment; reduction of small and medium business; additional state budget expenditures to combat the pandemic, etc. On the basis of official statistical information, the economic indicators of Ukraine and other countries in the period of COVID-19 distribution are compared. The factors are indicated, due to which Ukraine as a whole managed to maintain macroeconomic stability during the difficult period of quarantine. The spheres and sectors of the economy of Ukraine that have suffered the most and the least from the introduction of the set of anti-epidemic measures have been identified. At the same time, the results of the expert survey are consistent with the official statistical information of various public authorities. The assessment of the development of the epidemic situation in the world and in Ukraine and the possible economic consequences in this regard. The countries whose economic policy during the pandemic proved to be the most effective in terms of minimizing the negative socio-economic consequences are listed. Specific directions and measures are indicated that should be carried out in Ukraine, including in the post-pandemic period, to strengthen the economy, improve the social sphere and improve the quality of life of ordinary citizens.