Darya Fomina

Economy and Finance Columnist

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Covers economic topics at XAB.info. She received her higher education at a polytechnic university with a degree related to accounting, so she treats numbers without enthusiasm or panic: first the report and methodology, then the conclusions.

She writes about exchange rates, prices, taxes, banks, and how government and corporate decisions affect the average person's wallet. She is also interested in society, fashion, and consumer habits — how economics looks in everyday life.

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Articles

Ukraine Continues Scheduled Power Outages on October 16

Economy 10/15/2026, 19:58

On October 16, scheduled power outages continue to apply in several regions of Ukraine due to the consequences of Russian attacks on energy infrastructure.

What to do if the apartment owner demands you move out urgently: tenant rights

Economy 10/15/2026, 19:34

Lawyer Alena Radeva explained why the apartment owner's demand to move out urgently is illegal without following the procedures and deadlines established by the Civil Code.

Why the US Dollar and Euro Might Move in Opposite Directions in Ukraine

Economy 10/15/2026, 18:24

Investment expert Taras Kozak explains why the US dollar and euro can move in opposite directions against the hryvnia, detailing NBU policies and global Forex impacts.

DTEK Grids contributed 4.4 billion UAH to Ukraine's budget for the first nine months of 2026

Economy 10/15/2026, 18:15

In the first nine months of 2026, DTEK Grids operators paid 4.4 billion UAH in taxes, a 9% increase over the previous year, supporting critical infrastructure.

Dollar drops below 44.90 UAH: NBU official exchange rate and expert tips on savings

Economy 10/15/2026, 18:05

The NBU set the official dollar exchange rate at 44.88 UAH and the euro at 50.30 UAH for October 16, 2026. Financial experts advise diversifying savings between hryvnia instruments and foreign currency.

Chernobyl 16-Day Leave in 2027: Deadlines and Document Submission Rules

Economy 10/15/2026, 17:58

The PFU reminded employers to submit documents by October 31, 2026, to finance Chernobyl 16-day leaves in 2027.

Victories after injuries: how Interpipe develops adaptive veteran sports

Economy 10/15/2026, 17:55

Interpipe is developing a comprehensive veteran reintegration system that includes medical recovery, employment, and adaptive sports such as yawl rowing.

Verkhovna Rada Approves Reducing Housing Rental Tax to 5%: Reform Details

Economy 10/15/2026, 17:53

The Verkhovna Rada has lowered the personal income tax rate on residential and non-residential property rentals from 18% to 5%. Combined with the military levy, the total tax burden drops from 23% to 10%. 255 MPs voted in favor.

Threads Discussion: How Much Tip to Leave at Restaurants and Cafes in Ukraine

Economy 10/15/2026, 17:52

A Threads debate on tipping in Ukraine divided users into supporters of voluntary donations and those who consider extra payments mandatory due to waiters' salary structures.

Hilary Swank Announces Pregnancy: Two-Time Oscar Winner Expects Third Child at 52

Culture 10/15/2026, 17:51

52-year-old actress Hilary Swank is expecting her third child with husband Philip Schneider. The addition to the two-time Oscar winner's family is expected in December 2026.

Music legends and iconic puffers: Moncler unites stars in new campaign

Culture 10/15/2026, 17:45

Italian brand Moncler has introduced its global Re/Icons 2026 campaign starring Cher, BLACKPINK's Jennie, and Grace Jones, reimagining archival puffers.

Kernel and NASA Harvest Complete First Phase of Satellite Audit on Ukrainian Fields

Economy 10/15/2026, 17:46

Kernel and NASA Harvest have summarized the first phase of satellite auditing on Ukrainian fields. The technology enables remote verification of sustainable agricultural practices and crop rotation.

Subscription Economics: How PrivatBank Attracted a Million Clients and Changed the Market

Economy 10/15/2026, 17:43

PrivatBank has launched a new subscription service that attracted one million clients in less than a month, integrating everyday consumer expenses with partner offers.

Thursday Traditions in Ukraine: Health, Beauty, and Ancient Beliefs

Culture 10/15/2026, 17:26

Ethnographers explore ancient Ukrainian Thursday beliefs and rituals: morning washing for health, bride divination, and purification rites.

Actress Victoria Bilan Supported Iryna Fedyshyn After the Loss of Her Daughter

Culture 10/15/2026, 17:21

Actress Victoria Bilan supported singer Iryna Fedyshyn, who lost her daughter at 35 weeks of pregnancy, and urged network users to stop malicious comments.

The Ministry of Economy Formula or How to Halt Weapons Production in Five Days

Economy 10/15/2026, 17:09

The reduction of the defense industry reservation limit to 85% and the creation of a Coordination Center threaten talent shortages and disrupted contracts in Ukraine.

Plans to Cut Defense Reservation Quotas Threaten Tech and Production

Economy 10/15/2026, 17:09

Plans by Ukraine's Ministry of Economy to reduce the defense sector reservation quota to 85% have sparked industry concern, risking production scaling and talent acquisition.

JPMorgan Blocks Third-Party AI Agents from Accessing Client Accounts

Economy 10/15/2026, 17:00

JPMorgan Chase has banned external AI agents from accessing client accounts and conducting transactions due to high security and fraud risks.

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