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

Who is actually exempt from land tax in Ukraine: clarifications from the State Tax Service

Economy 07/06/2026, 16:58

The State Tax Service of Ukraine has clarified: only pensioners by age are exempt from land tax. Pensions for disability or length of service do not grant the right to a benefit. Find out how to properly complete the documents and what alternatives exist. 🏡💰 #taxes #pensions #landtax

IDP payments in July: amounts preserved, but some displaced persons risk losing aid due to formalities

Economy 07/06/2026, 16:39

IDP payments in July will be preserved, but some displaced persons risk losing aid due to untimely data updates. For resumption of payments, the income criterion is critical — no more than 10,380 hryvnias per person. Also, a pilot project for social housing for displaced persons has launched. 🏠💸

Pension without work experience: what Ukrainians who worked 'in the shadows' in the 90s and 00s should do

Economy 07/06/2026, 16:16

📌 Ukrainians who worked 'in the shadows' in the 90s and 00s may be left without a pension. A lawyer explains how to get a minimum payment and restore work experience. 💼📄 #pension #workexperience #socialprotection

Fuel collapse in Transbaikal: residents are refueling en masse in China while fuel tankers stand in queues

Economy 07/06/2026, 15:57

In Transbaikal, due to a fuel crisis, residents are refueling en masse in China: prices for gasoline and diesel are lower there than in Russia. A state of emergency has been declared in the region, and queues at gas stations stretch for kilometers. 🚗⛽️🇨🇳

Economy 07/05/2026, 14:18

Kyiv awaits fare hikes: from 8 to 30 hryvnias, unions' reaction and government plans

Economy 07/05/2026, 12:14

Kyiv prepares for the first fare hike in 8 years: authorities propose a 30 UAH tariff starting in July. Unions demand a delay and a phased increase to 20 UAH, while residents are mass-signing petitions against it. ⚠️🚇

Prices on Lukyanivka have collapsed: how strikes on Kyiv changed the real estate market

Economy 07/05/2026, 11:56

The real estate market in Lukyanivka has collapsed by 22% due to frequent attacks. Rent for three-bedroom apartments has dropped by almost 30%, while prices in other parts of Kyiv are rising. 🏚️📉

Mortal sin nearby: PCU explains which sins lead to eternal damnation

Culture 07/05/2026, 11:50

The Orthodox Church of Ukraine reminded believers that mortal sin may be closer than it seems. The publication explains that blasphemy against the Holy Spirit, suicide, and pride lead to eternal damnation, but sincere repentance can save the soul. ⛪🕯️

Satellite footage reveals kilometer-long queues at gas stations in Russia: a massive fuel crisis

Economy 07/03/2026, 23:03

Satellite footage reveals kilometer-long queues at gas stations in Russia: fuel shortage reaches critical point. In Zabaykalsky Krai and other regions, vehicle accumulations are visible from space, while gasoline prices hit record highs. 🔥🚗🛢️

Eggs have become cheaper, buckwheat has divided retailers: a review of prices in Ukrainian supermarkets on July 3

Economy 07/03/2026, 21:59

Prices for basic products have changed in Ukrainian supermarkets: eggs became 3 hryvnias cheaper in the ATB chain, while "Auchan" maintains leadership in minimum cost. Buckwheat continues to show a huge price spread between chains, with the best price at "Silpo" available only with a loyalty card. 🥚🍞📉

Summer Job Market 2026: Where to Find Work and Which Vacancies Are in Demand in Ukraine

Economy 07/03/2026, 21:45

Over 235,000 vacancies are open in Ukraine, with more than 11,000 being part-time. Summer 2026 has become the peak of demand for seasonal workers: from berry pickers to bartenders and couriers. 🍓🥤📦

Banking secrecy under threat? NBU changes account access rules: who will have to pay up

Economy 07/03/2026, 21:24

NBU changes banking secrecy disclosure rules: what will change for Ukrainians? 🏦 There will be no total control, but debtors will have to be more careful. Now, not only accounts but also electronic wallets can be frozen. However, repayment of small debts will become fully automatic. Let's figure out who should worry and who shouldn't. 📉📱

Fuel crisis in Russian aviation: how Ukrainian strikes on refineries forced Russia to buy kerosene in Japan

Economy 07/03/2026, 21:04

Ukrainian strikes on Russian refineries have led to a fuel collapse in aviation: Russia is forced to buy kerosene in Japan through complex schemes involving transshipment in South Korea. Fuel prices have soared by 17%, and airlines, including "Azimuth," are facing a critical shortage of resources. ✈️🇷🇺🇯🇵

Funds Arrived: How Ukrainians Receive Their First Cashback and When It Expires

Economy 07/03/2026, 20:50

Ukrainians are starting to receive cashback for April! 💳💰 Funds are already arriving on cards, but they cannot be withdrawn—only spent on purchases. The validity period of the funds has been extended until 2026. 🇺🇦 #NationalCashback #Ukraine #Economy

DTEK of Rinat Akhmetov — Ukraine's Largest Private Investor According to Forbes

Economy 07/03/2026, 19:45

DTEK of Rinat Akhmetov topped the Forbes Ukraine ranking as the country's largest private investor with investments of 57.5 billion UAH. 💰⚡️ The holding is restoring destroyed infrastructure and building new wind turbines, while also actively supporting veterans through the "ProVeteran" project. 🇺🇦🏗️

Income Tax Refund for Education in 2025: Who is Eligible and How to Meet the Deadline

Economy 07/03/2026, 19:10

Employed Ukrainians can reclaim PIT for education in 2025 🎓💰. The declaration must be submitted by December 31, 2026, otherwise the right to a refund will be lost. The Ministry of Education has also confirmed that passing scores for elite specialties will not be lowered.

War Rewrites Retail Rules: How 'Simi' and 'Blyzhenko' Chains Are Capturing the Ukrainian Market

Economy 07/03/2026, 18:50

Ukrainian retail is restructuring under the impact of war: 'Simi' and 'Blyzhenko' chains are showing record growth, opening hundreds of compact stores in the West. Leaders' revenue has grown by hundreds of percent, while developers are building small shopping centers to reduce drone attack risks. 🇺🇦🛒📉

New conscription exemption rules for small farmers: how to maintain status and avoid mobilization

Economy 07/03/2026, 14:07

🚜 New exemption rules for small farmers: now regional criteria must be met. 📈 The number of exempted individuals has grown by 300,000 in a year. #Ukraine #Farmers #Exemption

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