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

Dollar and Euro Are Cheaper Again: NBU Sets New Rates for July 2. What to Do with Your Money?

Economy 07/01/2026, 17:02

The NBU lowered the official exchange rate of the dollar and euro again on July 2. Experts explain why panic buying of currency can be unprofitable and how diversifying savings can help preserve capital during wartime. 💸📉

Victor Willis Has Died: The Voice of the Y.M.C.A. Hit and Village People Legend Has Passed Away at 74

Culture 07/01/2026, 15:23

Victor Willis, the legendary frontman of Village People and the voice of the hit Y.M.C.A., has passed away. 🎤💔 The musician died at the age of 74 after a serious illness. RBK-Ukraine reports details about the artist's life, his fight for copyright, and his return to the stage. 🕊️🎶

Monobank top-ups via EasyPay will become paid: what changed from July 1

Economy 07/01/2026, 14:37

From July 1, top-ups of Monobank cards via EasyPay terminals have become paid. The initiative belongs to the bank, while cards of other financial organizations can be topped up for free. 📱💳 #Monobank #EasyPay #Finance

$600 Million for Social Payments: How the IBRD Will Support Ukrainians in 2024

Economy 07/01/2026, 14:13

Ukraine received nearly $600 million from the IBRD for social payments for more than one million citizens. The money arrived with the support of guarantees from Japan and the UK and will cover 18 types of benefits. 💸🇺🇦

Dollar and Euro Drop in Value: Current Exchange Rates in Banks and Exchange Offices on July 1

Economy 07/01/2026, 11:04

💸 The dollar and euro have dropped in value on the Ukrainian market on July 1! Find out where it is more profitable to buy currency: in banks or exchange offices. 📉 #currencyrates #finance #Ukraine

Fuel prices in Ukraine on July 1: where to save up to 5 hryvnias per liter

Economy 07/01/2026, 10:54

🚗 Fuel prices in Ukraine on July 1: stability, but the difference between networks is up to 5 UAH per liter! 🛢️ Where is it more profitable to refuel — read in the article. #GasStation #Fuel #Ukraine

Ukrainian grain trapped: how African ports turned into a zone of blackmail

Economy 07/01/2026, 10:35

🌾 Ukrainian exports to Africa under attack: authorities demand 50% discounts after grain unloading. 🚫 Ignoring international certificates and freezing payments are the new market realities. #Economy #Grain #Ukraine

Bread prices to rise, milk to remain stable: how the food basket in Ukraine will change in July

Economy 07/01/2026, 10:08

In July in Ukraine, food prices will move in different directions: seasonal vegetables will become cheaper, while bread may rise by 5% due to baker salary increases. The dairy basket will remain stable thanks to promotions. We analyze what influences prices. 🥖🥛📉

Labor Market in Ukraine: Salaries for People with Disabilities Rose by 26%, and Demand by 17%

Economy 07/01/2026, 10:04

The labor market in Ukraine is becoming more inclusive: over the year, the number of vacancies for people with disabilities grew by 17%, and salaries by 26%. 📈 The leader in pay is the plasterer with an income of 80,000 hryvnias. A shortage of personnel and social changes are pushing employers towards new hiring standards. 🏗️🤝

Employer doesn't pay ESF: how to lose pension and sick leave benefits and what to do

Economy 07/01/2026, 09:54

Employer doesn't pay ESF — you lose not only your pension but also sick leave and maternity benefits. A lawyer explains how to properly demand compensation for damages and where to turn first. 📉💼 #Pension #ESF #Work

Food prices in Ukrainian supermarkets on June 30: stability, bread price hike, and record discount on cereals

Economy 06/30/2026, 18:49

Food prices in Ukrainian supermarkets on June 30: bread got more expensive, but cereals in 'Silpo' are 4 times cheaper than competitors! 🍞📉 Eggs have stabilized, and milk prices remained unchanged. We analyze where it is most profitable to shop. 🛒

National Cashback: When April funds will arrive and what the program deadline is

Economy 06/30/2026, 18:30

Funds for the April "National Cashback" will arrive from July 3rd, and you must spend them by the end of the month! 🇺🇦💳 Find out where you can direct the funds and how not to lose your savings.

Queues and jerrycans banned: Moscow introduces strict limits on petrol sales

Economy 06/30/2026, 14:45

Limits on refueling have been introduced in Moscow and the Moscow region: at Gazprom Neft and Lukoil gas stations, it is now impossible to buy more than 30 liters of gasoline per person, and filling jerrycans is completely banned. The reason is a sharp fuel shortage after strikes on refineries, causing gasoline prices to soar to a 20-year high. 🛢️🚫📉

Why Ukrainian Goods Are Getting More Expensive Along with the Dollar: An Explanation from a Banker

Economy 06/30/2026, 14:39

Why are Ukrainian goods getting more expensive along with the dollar? 🇺🇦💵 Serhiy Mamedov, Vice President of the Association of Ukrainian Banks, explained how hidden costs for logistics and imported components affect the price of domestic products. Find out why prices don't change instantly and which goods depend on the exchange rate first. 📉📈

Oil Loses Value: Hopes for Doha Talks and Concerns Over Chinese Demand

Economy 06/30/2026, 12:28

Global oil prices have plummeted to near pre-war levels amid expectations of US-Iran talks in Doha. Brent and WTI are losing value as investors balance hopes for diplomacy with fears regarding demand from China. 📉🛢️🌍

Currency on June 30: Dollar and Euro Stabilized, and Where is it Cheaper to Buy — PrivatBank, Oschadbank, or Monobank

Economy 06/30/2026, 10:29

The Ukrainian currency market stabilized in the morning of June 30 🇺🇦💵. Average rates for the dollar and euro have hardly changed or decreased slightly. We analyze where it is currently most profitable to buy currency in PrivatBank, Oschadbank, and Monobank 📉💶.

Why Ukrainians are massively abandoning new cars: the car market paradox in 2025

Economy 06/30/2026, 09:59

Ukrainians are massively abandoning new cars: in 2025, 1.1 million used cars were sold against 83 thousand new ones. We analyze why the secondary market is displacing dealerships and how demand has changed since 2008. 🚗📉

Gasoline prices rise: how fuel prices at Ukrainian gas stations changed on June 30

Economy 06/30/2026, 09:55

Fuel prices in Ukraine: private networks hold prices, while «Ukrnafta» gets more expensive. 🛢️ Gasoline A-95 and Energy diesel have surged in price due to the end of the promotion, but regular diesel has become cheaper. We break down how much refueling costs now. ⛽🚗

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