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

Palanka Bypass: How the New M-15 Highway Will Change Logistics and Security in the Odesa Region

Economy 06/29/2026, 15:24

The Odesa region is launching the construction of the M-15 bypass highway to eliminate dependence on transit through Palanka. 🚧 The new route, about 10 km long, will cost 10–20 billion hryvnias and will solve problems with cargo delays and border security. 🇺🇦🚛

Heat mode on the roads of the Odesa region: how asphalt dictates traffic rules for heavy trucks

Economy 06/29/2026, 15:10

The Odesa region has introduced a ban on heavy truck traffic when temperatures exceed +28°C. 🚛🚫 The regime is in effect from 10:00 to 22:00 to protect asphalt from deformation. Find out who falls under the restrictions and what exceptions exist for important cargo. 🌡️🛣️

Credit boom in wartime: why Ukrainian businesses continue to borrow money

Economy 06/29/2026, 15:00

Ukraine has recorded a record 15-year growth in lending: the hryvnia portfolio is increasing by more than 30% annually. 📈 Businesses are actively borrowing for production modernization despite the war and a high refinancing rate of 15%. 💸 The NBU notes a historically low level of defaults.

Australia doubles fines for Big Tech: how $99 million changes the rules of the game in social media

Economy 06/29/2026, 14:54

Australia has doubled fines for Big Tech — now up to $99 million for allowing children into social media 🚫📱. Independent audits show that 85% of teenagers bypass blocks despite the ban. Australia's experience is already being copied by the UK, France, and Canada 🌍📉

Ukrposhta and Etsy: How Automation Will Transform the Export of Ukrainian Goods

Economy 06/29/2026, 14:23

🇺🇦 «Ukrposhta» has become an official partner of Etsy — now Ukrainian sellers get automation for orders, labels, and customs procedures! 💼📦 More sales, less paperwork — exporting is easier than ever. #Ukrposhta #Etsy #Export #Business

"It's Part of Our History": Igor Tselip on Why Sofia Rotaru's "Chervona Ruta" Will Remain a Legend Forever

Culture 06/29/2026, 14:20

Ukrainian singer Igor Tselip admitted that he grew up on Sofia Rotaru's songs and considers the composition "Chervona Ruta" part of national history. The artist is convinced: this legend does not need to be remade, it needs to be preserved. 🎤🇺🇦

Ukraine ranks last in Europe for GTA VI affordability: how many hours of work are needed to buy the game

Culture 06/29/2026, 14:06

🇺🇦 Ukraine ranks last in Europe for GTA VI affordability: you need to work 31 hours to buy the game. In Luxembourg — only 1.5 hours. 🎮💸 #GTA6 #Games #Economy

New rules for sole proprietors: banks may introduce transfer limits for companies in the risk group

Economy 06/29/2026, 11:56

Banks may introduce transfer limits for sole proprietors in the risk group. Experts clarify: only those whose operations do not match their business profile are affected. Transparency is the main tool for protecting the entrepreneur. 💸📉

Diesel and autogas prices drop: how fuel prices in Ukraine changed after the weekend

Economy 06/29/2026, 11:27

Fuel prices in Ukraine have changed after the weekend: diesel and autogas have become cheaper at leading gas stations, while gasoline remains at the previous level. We break down how much refueling now costs at WOG, OKKO, and SOCAR networks. ⛽📉

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. ⚡️📉

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