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

Pension Reform in Ukraine: New Rules, Transparent Formula, and No Increase in Retirement Age

Economy 07/09/2026, 14:56

The Cabinet of Ministers will present the Rada with a concept for pension reform. The retirement age will not be increased, but the requirements for work experience will be increased to 35 years. The principle of "as much as you earned, so much you get" is introduced and clan payments are abolished. 🇺🇦📉

Missile strike on Philip Morris warehouse in Kyiv: company logistics unaffected

Economy 07/09/2026, 14:01

🚀 Russia's night attack on Kyiv led to the destruction of a Philip Morris warehouse. This is already the fourth strike on the company since the start of the war. 🏭 Workers are safe, and supplies will not be interrupted thanks to logistics diversification. 📦 #Ukraine #War #PhilipMorris

Natalka Denisenko on her engagement to Yuri Savransky: why their union is a choice of self, not a clash of characters

Culture 07/09/2026, 13:49

Natalka Denisenko revealed the secrets of her relationship with Yuri Savransky: why their union works precisely because of the difference in characters, not the struggle of strong personalities. The actress admitted that the groom's strength lies in his softness and calmness, not in domination. The couple is preparing for the wedding and has already found common ground with each other's children. 💍❤️

Dollar and Euro are Falling: Current Exchange Rates in Banks and Exchange Offices on July 8

Economy 07/09/2026, 13:28

Dollar and euro continue to fall: the hryvnia strengthens at the beginning of the banking day. 📉 Oschadbank offers the most favorable rates via the app, and major banks have revised their quotes. Read the full price breakdown for July 8! 💰🇺🇸🇪🇺

A second chance for veterans and vulnerable groups: free retraining in high-demand professions is now open in Ukraine

Economy 07/09/2026, 12:17

Free retraining in high-demand professions has launched in 8 regions of Ukraine. 🇺🇦 Veterans, people with disabilities, and youth are getting a second chance at a career in construction, marketing, and crafts. Find out how to sign up for the REMARKET project courses. 📝

Pension for maternal heroism: how much money a mother of many children will receive in Ukraine in 2026

Economy 07/09/2026, 11:49

Mothers of many children in Ukraine can receive a pension supplement for special merits. The payment amount in 2026 will be from 908 to 1038 hryvnias, but it must be registered personally at the Pension Fund. In addition to money, mothers of 5+ children retire at 50 years old. 🇺🇦💰👵

Oil Surges 3%: US Revokes License for Iranian Oil Following Attacks in the Strait of Hormuz

Economy 07/08/2026, 00:33

Oil prices surged 3% after the US revoked the license for purchasing Iranian oil. 🛢️📈 The rise in Brent and WTI quotes was a reaction to Iranian drone attacks on tankers in the Strait of Hormuz. 🚢⚠️

Fuel Collapse: How Strikes on Refineries and Import Shortages Are Leading Russia to a Gasoline Shortage

Economy 07/07/2026, 23:56

Russia on the brink of fuel collapse: AFU strikes on refineries have created a gasoline deficit of nearly one million tons per month. Imports are not saving the day, and residents of Zabaykalye are already mass-refueling in China 🇷🇺🚛🇨🇳

The Price of the Strait of Hormuz: US Cancels License for Iranian Oil Exports

Economy 07/07/2026, 23:06

The US has cancelled the license for Iranian oil exports in response to tanker attacks in the Strait of Hormuz. Oil prices have surged by more than 5%, and Tehran faces serious economic pressure. 🛢️📉⚠️

Oksana Gutsait in Defense of Masha Efrosinina: "She is Smart and Sincere"

Culture 07/07/2026, 22:15

Oksana Gutsait publicly supported Masha Efrosinina, calling her a smart and sincere girl, and listed Ukrainian bloggers she respects for their lack of rudeness. The presenter also explained why she considers blogging and journalism to be different professions. 📺🇺🇦

Historic Crash: Gazprom Shares Plummet to 2008 Crisis Lows

Economy 07/07/2026, 22:05

Gazprom shares have crashed to a historic 2008 low, falling below 92 rubles. The giant's market capitalization has shrunk to 2.22 trillion rubles against the backdrop of a market decline following drone attacks and a court loss regarding debts to Ukraine. 📉🇷🇺

Milo Ventimiglia and Jara Mariano become parents for the second time: rare name of the son and family photos

Culture 07/07/2026, 20:58

Milo Ventimiglia and Jara Mariano have become parents for the second time! 🎉 The couple has revealed the name of their newborn son — Rock-Antony Maka'o Ventimiglia. They shared touching family photos featuring the baby alongside their eldest daughter Keala and their dog Duke. 👶🐕

Record drone attack disables Russia's largest oil refinery: consequences for the fuel market

Economy 07/07/2026, 19:26

Ukrainian drones completed a record 3,400 km flight and disabled Russia’s largest oil refinery in Omsk. Key units were damaged, threatening to deepen the fuel crisis in Russia. 🛢️🚀

Food prices in Ukrainian supermarkets: who lowered prices and who raised them on July 7

Economy 07/07/2026, 19:23

Ukrainian supermarkets have updated prices on basic products for July 7: who lowered the cost of oil, and where did buckwheat become many times more expensive without a loyalty card? We analyze the current price lists of ATB, Silpo, Novus, and Auchan. 🛒📉📈

George Clooney to Receive the 'Golden Lion' at the Venice Film Festival: Actor Jokes That It Means He's Already Old

Culture 07/07/2026, 19:03

🎬 George Clooney to receive the honorary 'Golden Lion' at the Venice Film Festival! The actor joked that it means he's already old 😄. Find out why this award is so important to him and how his career has influenced world cinema 🏆🎥

The Demographic Pit and Market Contraction: How Population Changes Will Reshape Warehouse Logistics in Ukraine

Economy 07/07/2026, 18:53

Ukraine loses hundreds of thousands of economically active citizens annually, which will lead to retail contraction and changes in the warehouse market. Experts predict market saturation within 1.5–2 years and a subsequent reorientation of logistics towards exports through new hubs in Rivne, Lutsk, and Dnipro. 📉🏭🚛

Why gasoline prices rose: AMCU reveals the strategy of Ukrainian gas station networks

Economy 07/07/2026, 18:42

The head of AMCU explained why Ukrainian gas stations raised prices on old fuel stocks: the networks needed money to purchase new batches at high prices. The agency admitted that intervention was necessary to avoid a shortage like in 2022. ⛽📉

Pavlo Kyrylenko: Despite Shelling, Fuel Networks Have Room to Lower Prices

Economy 07/07/2026, 17:53

The head of the AMCU, Pavlo Kyrylenko, stated that fuel networks have the opportunity to lower gasoline prices despite costs incurred due to shelling. The regulator is urging companies to review fuel prices, citing current market data. 🛢️📉

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