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

The Room Rental Market in Ukraine: Sharp Demand Surge in the South and Record Prices in the West

Economy 06/25/2026, 09:57

🏠 The room rental market in Ukraine has changed: demand in Zaporizhzhia Oblast grew 4.4 times, while in Kherson Oblast it fell by 6 times. 📉 The most expensive rooms are in Zakarpattia (6000 UAH), the cheapest in Kherson (1500 UAH). In frontline zones, demand is growing due to population displacement, but prices remain affordable. 📊

Pensions in Ukraine: Kyiv leads with nearly 10,000 hryvnias, Ternopil region lags behind

Economy 06/25/2026, 09:37

The Pension Fund of Ukraine has announced the difference in payments: in Kyiv, the average pension is almost 10,000 hryvnias, while in the Ternopil region — only 5,600. At the same time, payments are growing across the country, but the gap between regions remains. 🇺🇦💸

Bitcoin Crash: Why the Price Plummeted Below $60,000 and What to Expect for the Market on Friday

Economy 06/25/2026, 00:28

Bitcoin has breached the key support level of $60,000, leading to the liquidation of positions worth $800 million. Experts link the crash to a reassessment of MicroStrategy's strategy and capital outflows into the AI sector. An ominous "Options Friday" lies ahead with contracts totaling $10 billion. 📉💸

Gasoline Crisis: Russia Seeks Fuel from Kazakhstan Amid Drone Attacks

Economy 06/24/2026, 22:11

Russia is negotiating with Kazakhstan for the supply of 50,000 tons of gasoline against the backdrop of a critical shortage caused by drone attacks on refineries. 🇷🇺⛽ Fuel production has dropped by 25%, and strict sales limits have been introduced in 53 regions. A possible exchange for aviation fuel is complicated by the shutdown of the TANEKO plant. 📉🚁

Gasoline-2024: Record Price Surge and Fuel Shortage in Russia Amid Attacks on Refineries

Economy 06/24/2026, 21:19

Russia has recorded a 20-year record rise in gasoline prices to 71 rubles per liter. The cause was drone attacks on refineries, causing fuel shortages and queues at gas stations in 50 regions. 🚨⛽️📉

Hidden danger on the counter: State Food and Drug Safety Service warns of risks when buying fish

Health 06/24/2026, 21:00

The State Food and Drug Safety Service has warned Ukrainians about the risks of buying fish: violating the temperature regime or the lack of freezing for sushi can lead to poisoning. Experts urge consumers to buy the product only in verified places and check the labeling. 🐟❄️🚫

Ukrposhta's Banking Ambitions: How to Get a License and Who is Blocking Ihor Smelyansky

Economy 06/24/2026, 20:27

Ukrposhta could receive a banking license within 9 months if it separates its finance division into a separate company. Dmytro Oleinyk from the NBU commented on the situation and refuted rumors of bias against Ihor Smelyansky, whom the regulator suspended for violations. 🏦📉

The Collapse of 'Alliance Retail Group': How Rapid Growth Led to Bankruptcy and the Dawn of a New Era in Ukrainian Retail

Economy 06/24/2026, 20:23

The financial collapse of 'Alliance Retail Group' (chains 'Domashniy Market', Mashket) was a shock for Ukrainian retail. Debts of 408 million UAH and losses led to the bankruptcy of the 170-store network. Experts predict a new wave of mergers: who is next? 📉🛒 #retail #business #news

Dollar and Euro Are Falling Again: NBU Fixes Rate Decline Amidst Pursuit of Price Stability

Economy 06/24/2026, 18:46

The NBU has lowered the official currency rates again: the dollar dropped by 2 kopecks, while the euro fell below 51 hryvnias for the first time since the beginning of the week. The regulator links these changes to its course on ensuring price stability and fighting inflation. 💵📉

Bread, eggs, and milk: how prices changed in Ukrainian supermarkets on June 24

Economy 06/24/2026, 18:43

Food prices in Ukrainian supermarkets have changed again: bread has become cheaper in Auchan, but eggs and oil have become more expensive. However, "Silpo" and Novus reduced the cost of a dozen eggs, and ATB reduced the price of milk. We analyze the current price tags for June 24 🥖🥚🥛

Oil Plummets: Middle East Peace and Sanctions Relief Crash Brent Prices

Economy 06/24/2026, 18:06

Brent oil prices have plummeted to a February low amid sanctions relief and peace talks between the US and Iran 📉. Donald Trump has promised to open ports, while Oman has pledged to ensure safe passage for ships through the Strait of Hormuz 🛢️. The market expects Iranian oil to return within the coming weeks.

Cashback Deadline: What Happens to Card Funds After June 30, 2026

Economy 06/24/2026, 17:35

Holders of "National Cashback" cards must spend their savings by June 30, 2026. After this date, all unused funds will return to the budget, and the card will switch to a new accrual cycle. 💸📉

Potato Boom: Prices for the Young Crop in Ukraine Plummeted by 22% in a Week

Economy 06/24/2026, 17:22

Young potatoes in Ukraine have become sharply cheaper: prices dropped by 22% in a week due to an influx of the new harvest. Currently, the vegetable can be bought for 20–30 hryvnias, and experts forecast further declines. 🥔📉

A 600 UAH difference: why exchanging old dollars for new ones is a loss and where it is more profitable to exchange currency

Economy 06/24/2026, 16:27

The difference between buying and selling rates can cost you hundreds of hryvnias: why exchanging old dollars for new ones through a bank is a losing operation. We analyze PrivatBank and Oschadbank tariffs for June 24, 2026, and explain how the spread works during double conversion 💸📉

Fuel prices in Ukraine on June 24: SOCAR lowers diesel costs, Ukrnafta retains leadership

Economy 06/24/2026, 15:23

On June 24, fuel prices in Ukraine remain stable, but the SOCAR network lowered diesel costs by 1 UAH. OKKO and WOG are not changing prices, while Ukrnafta retains its status as the cheapest operator. ⛽📉

Car as a hedge against inflation: which cars in Ukraine do not lose value

Economy 06/24/2026, 15:01

In Ukraine, a car has become not just transport but a way to hedge against inflation. Experts have found out which models retain value best: practicality and repairability are more important than status. The 2021 Toyota RAV4 loses only 10–20% of its price over 5 years. 🚗💰

Trade vs. Offices: How the War is Changing the Labor Market in Ukraine's Frontline Zones

Economy 06/24/2026, 14:33

The labor market in Ukraine's frontline zones is changing radically: demand for office managers has dropped to almost zero, while wages for salespeople and general laborers are rising. Experts note a mass exodus of specialists to safe regions and a labor shortage. 📉🇺🇦

Fare Increases in Kyiv: From Trade Union Proposals to Public Reaction

Economy 06/23/2026, 16:43

Kyiv is considering a phased fare increase: from 20 to 30 hryvnias. Trade unions propose a gradual rise, but authorities have not yet made a final decision. Residents have already created a petition against the price hike, gathering over 6,000 signatures. 🚌💸

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