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

Heatwave and War: Ukraine's Power Grid on the Brink Due to Record Consumption

Economy 06/29/2026, 11:20

🔥 Heatwave + War = Overload of Ukraine's Power Grid. Every +3°C in Kyiv adds 100 MW of load. Part of the infrastructure is under repair, part is operating at the limit. Be prepared for outages — charge your power banks! ⚡️🇺🇦

Dollar falls, Euro rises: current exchange rates in Ukrainian banks on June 29

Economy 06/29/2026, 11:14

Dollar falls, Euro rises: analyzing current exchange rates in Ukrainian banks on June 29 📉📈 The material contains fresh data on quotes in exchange offices and leading banks. Find out how much the currency costs today in PrivatBank, Oschadbank, PUMB, and Monobank 💸

Kyiv launches 'respite' service for parents of children with disabilities: how to get temporary childcare

Health 06/29/2026, 10:51

🇺🇦 Kyiv has launched a new service: parents of children with disabilities can leave their child under the supervision of specialists to get time for rest. 🛑 The program operates on a "day camp" principle, covers children aged 9–14, and is supported by UNICEF and German partners. 📄 Applications can be made at the Kyiv City Council — basic and medical documents are required.

House rental market in Kyiv: where prices have nearly doubled and where they have fallen

Economy 06/29/2026, 10:33

🏡 Renting houses in Kyiv and the suburbs has become 16% more expensive on average over the year, but in some districts — almost twofold! In Belohirka, the growth was 95%, in Hnydintsy — 75%. Meanwhile, prices fell in Vyshhorod and Irpin. Demand is uneven: frenzy in some places, slump in others. 📉📈 #realestate #rental #Kyiv

Posthumous honors and awards for contributions: how Zelenskyy marked Constitution Day

Culture 06/28/2026, 18:41

President Zelenskyy signed a decree awarding cultural figures for Constitution Day. Among the laureates are Mikhail Klimenko and Stepan Higa, awarded posthumously, as well as Andriy Bednyakov, who personally received an order. 🇺🇦🎖️

Gasoline Crisis: How Russia is Trying to Stabilize Fuel Prices Amid Attacks on Refineries

Economy 06/28/2026, 18:17

Record gasoline prices and attacks on refineries have forced Russia to introduce strict measures: fuel imports, reduced exchange quotas, and manual limits on price spikes. The shortage has even affected oil-producing regions, forcing Moscow to request fuel from Kazakhstan. ⛽📉

The Cost of Record Heat: Thousands of Extra Deaths Recorded in France

Health 06/28/2026, 18:00

France paid a high price for record heat: approximately 1,000 extra deaths were recorded, 85% of whom were people over 65. 🌡️🇫🇷 Due to hospital overload, major festivals were cancelled, and electricity prices soared against the backdrop of air conditioner usage and issues at nuclear power plants. Scientists call this the strongest heatwave in European history.

45 Trillion Rubles: How Debt Swallowed Russia's Economy

Economy 06/28/2026, 09:40

The debt burden on Russians has reached 45 trillion rubles. Mortgages are consuming almost half of all obligations, while businesses owe the state 4 trillion. Experts speak of the economy approaching stagnation. 💸📉

Heat as a Weapon: How a Heat Dome Paralyzed Europe's Power Grids and Skyrocketed Prices

Economy 06/28/2026, 09:32

🌡️ Heat in Europe paralyzes power grids: electricity prices in Britain have risen 6-fold, while in Germany they reached €545 per MWh. A heat dome stopped the wind and overheated reactors, putting the continent on the brink of a deficit. ⚡️📉

E10 Petrol, New EU Rules and Evacuation: Key Changes in Ukraine from July 1

Economy 06/28/2026, 09:25

From July 1, important changes come into force in Ukraine: the new E10 petrol standard, new rules for sending parcels to the EU, the start of registration for electronic cabinets for applicants, and the mandatory evacuation of residents from border villages. ⛽📦🎓🚨

Age Pension in Ukraine: How to Calculate Future Payments Independently Without Visiting the PFU

Economy 06/28/2026, 09:21

You can now find out the amount of your future pension in Ukraine without queuing at the Pension Fund. 🇺🇦 The PFU explained how the online calculator for independent calculation of payments works. The pension amount depends on work experience and salary, while the gap between regions can reach 10 times. 💰📉

Brad Pitt and Ines de Ramon: Why the 'Oscar' is in no hurry to remarry despite family merger

Culture 06/28/2026, 02:51

Insiders have revealed details of the relationship between Brad Pitt and Ines de Ramon: the couple lives together and is integrated into the family, but a wedding is not planned. 🏰💍 Experts link the refusal to marry with the actor's heavy experience of divorce from Angelina Jolie and the desire to avoid legal risks. 📉👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

Shock in Germany: Volkswagen Plans to Close Four Plants and Cut 100,000 Jobs

Economy 06/28/2026, 02:15

Volkswagen is preparing shock therapy: Oliver Blume's plan provides for the closure of 4 plants in Germany and the reduction of 100,000 jobs worldwide. 📉 Unions and the Lower Saxony government have already declared strong resistance. The conglomerate's shares have plummeted to 16-year lows. 🚗🇩🇪

Madonna in Paris: Provocative Outfit, Wardrobe Malfunction, and New Album Promotion Strategy

Culture 06/27/2026, 13:24

Madonna sparked an emotional storm at Paris Fashion Week: a sheer dress, a wardrobe malfunction, and a scandal with paparazzi. Experts are sure: this is not a coincidence, but part of a brilliant marketing strategy ahead of the release of the album Confessions II. 🕶️🇫🇷

Working at 16: How Ukrainian law protects teenagers' wages with a reduced schedule

Economy 06/27/2026, 11:34

Teenage work in Ukraine is strictly regulated by law: a reduced schedule is not grounds for a wage reduction. The State Employment Service reminded that employers are obligated to pay the full rate and ensure safety. 🇺🇦💰📚

Length of Service Pension in Ukraine: Who is Eligible and How to Apply for Payment in 2024

Economy 06/27/2026, 11:28

In Ukraine, a length of service pension is in effect — but only for certain professions and with special work experience 📜💼 Artists, teachers, doctors, and others can receive it before the general retirement age. Find out who is eligible and how to apply for payment 👇

Summer Travel Pass: New Payment Rules for Kyiv Public Transport for Schoolchildren and Cadets in 2026

Economy 06/27/2026, 11:24

🚌 In Kyiv, from July 1 to August 31, 2026, public transport fare rules are changing. Travel for schoolchildren will become paid, but with a 75% discount on passes. Cadets of military universities will pay on general terms. 🎓🇺🇦

Energy Shock: How a Strike on a Russian Plant Crashed Oil Production in Kazakhstan

Economy 06/27/2026, 04:02

Drone strikes on the Orenburg GPP paralyzed operations at Kazakhstan's Karachaganak field, cutting oil production by 25%. Russia, facing the destruction of refineries, is forced to urgently purchase gasoline from its neighbors. The energy crisis in the region is gaining momentum. 🛢️🚫🇷🇺

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