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

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. ⛽🚗

The End of the 'Wage War': Why Income Growth in Poland Has Slowed and Which Sectors Remained in the Green

Economy 06/30/2026, 09:52

The 'wage war' in Poland has ended: income growth has fallen to a 5-year low of just 6.3%. Experts attribute this to the market exiting an overheated phase but warn about the impact of inflation and geopolitics. 📉🇵🇱

The Gas Trap of 2027: Why a Sudden Cut of Russian LNG Threatens Europe with a New Dependence on the US

Economy 06/29/2026, 22:07

The EU's plan to cut off Russian gas by 2027 has sparked debate: experts warn of the risk of replacing dependence on Moscow with dependence on the US. 🇪🇺🇺🇸 While Russian LNG imports are rising due to prices and the Middle East crisis, Madrid insists on sticking to the schedule. ⛽📉

How Natalka Denisenko's Son Reacted to Her Engagement to Yury Savransky: "Yura Is Already My Husband"

Culture 06/29/2026, 22:00

Natalka Denisenko revealed details about her son's reaction to her engagement to Yury Savransky. Andryusha took the news calmly and stated that Yura is "already his husband" since he has long been part of the family. Find out how the proposal went at the Temple of Apollo! 💍👦

Ukrposhta changes tariffs: delivery to villages will become cheaper, while courier delivery will become more expensive

Economy 06/29/2026, 20:20

Ukrposhta is changing the rules of the game: from July 1, 2026, the surcharge for delivery to villages and lockers is abolished, but courier delivery will become 5 hryvnias more expensive due to rising fuel prices. 📦🚚

Oschadbank warns of service disruptions: cause is heat and power supply issues

Economy 06/29/2026, 17:11

Oschadbank has warned of temporary service disruptions due to abnormal heat and power supply issues. Technical specialists are working to restore stability by the end of the day. 💸⚡️

Dollar stalls, euro creeps up: how the NBU exchange rate on June 30 affects store prices

Economy 06/29/2026, 16:51

The dollar has stalled at 44.84 UAH, while the euro continued to rise to 51.16 UAH. Experts explained which goods will get more expensive first and why prices in stores do not change instantly. 📉📈

Heatwave at the Border: Trucks to be Stopped at the Ukrainian-Romanian Border Due to Extreme Temperatures

Economy 06/29/2026, 16:18

Truck traffic at the border with Romania will be stopped due to heat 🔥. From 12:00 to 20:00 on June 29 and 30, the "Krasnoilsk" and "Porubne" border crossings will close to trucks due to the risk of asphalt damage. Temperatures in the Right-Bank region will rise to +38°C due to African air 🌍🚛.

The 45 UAH Psychological Barrier: Expert Forecast on the Dollar Exchange Rate and Savings Strategies

Economy 06/29/2026, 16:15

The dollar is back at the psychological mark of 45 UAH: experts explain why sharp spikes are not expected and how the exchange rate affects prices in stores. We analyze what is more profitable for savings — buying foreign currency or a hryvnia deposit at 17% per annum. 💰📉

Heatwave gives way to storm: how a cold front will change the weather in Ukraine in early July 2026

Health 06/29/2026, 15:43

Anomalous heat in Ukraine will be replaced by a storm: Ukrhydrometcenter warned of the arrival of a cold front on July 2–3, 2026. 🌦️📉 A sharp drop in temperatures, downpours, and hail are expected. SESU urges citizens to exercise caution due to gusty winds and pressure fluctuations. 🌪️🇺🇦

Spread widening in Ukrainian banks: why the dollar rate will become less favorable for the population in early July 2026

Economy 06/29/2026, 15:27

In early July 2026, a widening of the spread in the currency market is expected in Ukrainian banks 💱. Banks plan to lower the dollar purchase rate to 44.50 UAH and raise the selling rate to 45.20 UAH to minimize risks 📉📈. Experts call this an adaptation to macroeconomic factors, not a crisis 🏦.

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