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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Fuel Crisis in Russia: Refueling Limits Introduced from Moscow to Siberia

Economy 06/12/2026, 02:38

The fuel crisis in Russia has spread beyond the south and covered the entire country: from the Far East to Moscow. In a number of regions, refueling limits have been introduced (up to 20 liters), sales in jerrycans are banned, and gasoline prices are rising. 🚗⛽️📉

Olga Martynovskaya Reveals the Truth About Her Breakup with Tatyana Litvinova: 'I Feel No Guilt'

Culture 06/12/2026, 02:27

Olga Martynovskaya commented on her breakup with Tatyana Litvinova. The "MasterChef" star explained that her colleague's resentment arose from a casting misunderstanding and admitted that she personally visited her former friend to try and repair the relationship. 🍳🤝

Record Drone Strikes: Russia's Oil Output Drops to One-Year Low

Economy 06/11/2026, 18:32

Oil production in Russia has fallen to a one-year low amid record drone attacks by Ukraine. Ukraine launched 31 strikes on infrastructure, leading to a drop in refining to 20-year lows and forcing Russia to redirect raw materials to exports. 🛢️🚁

Crocs and Harry Potter: New Collaboration Featuring the Marauder's Map Design

Culture 06/11/2026, 17:57

Crocs has released a new collaboration with Harry Potter — clogs featuring the Marauder's Map design 🗺️✨. The pair looks like a single art object: different map fragments on each shoe. Sales start June 11 at a price of $70. #Crocs #HarryPotter #MaraudersMap

Dollar and Euro Decline: NBU Continues Policy of 'Constructive Uncertainty'

Economy 06/11/2026, 17:31

The dollar and euro have corrected downwards again: the NBU has fixed new rates at 44.92 and 51.83 hryvnias, respectively. Experts explain the volatility with the strategy of 'constructive uncertainty', designed to confuse speculators. 📉💵🇺🇦

FlixBus enters the domestic market of Ukraine: first route connects Kyiv and Kharkiv

Economy 06/11/2026, 16:24

FlixBus has launched its first domestic route in Ukraine, connecting Kyiv and Kharkiv 🚌. This is the first route in the corporate green style, which will give residents of Kharkiv direct access to international directions in Europe. The company plans to expand the network within the country, unlocking the market potential 🇺🇦🇪🇺.

PUMB launches the first open banking service in Ukraine: how to manage accounts from different banks in one app

Economy 06/11/2026, 16:05

PUMB has become the first bank in Ukraine to launch an open banking service. Now, in one app, you can manage accounts from different banks, check transaction history, and make transfers. At launch, PrivatBank and A-Bank accounts are available. 🏦📱

Food prices in Ukrainian supermarkets: eggs and buckwheat have dropped by almost half

Economy 06/11/2026, 15:34

Prices for buckwheat and eggs have plummeted in Ukrainian supermarkets — in some chains, goods have become almost half the price. 📉🥚🥣 RBC-Ukraine experts analyzed the cost of a basic food basket as of June 11 and found out where it is most profitable to shop right now. 🛒

Oschadbank introduces major technical works: what will be unavailable on June 14

Economy 06/11/2026, 14:53

Oschadbank has warned of major technical work on June 14. On this day, from 03:45 to 22:00, online banking and branches will be unavailable, however, card payments and ATMs will continue to operate in normal mode. 🏦🚧

Dollar Breaks 45 Hryvnia: Where to Buy and Sell Currency Most Profitably Today

Economy 06/11/2026, 14:43

The dollar has firmly settled above 45 hryvnia in Ukrainian banks. 🇺🇸📈 We compared rates in PrivatBank, Oschadbank, PUMB, and Monobank so you know where it is most profitable to buy or sell currency today. 💶💰

Turkish tomatoes vs. Ukrainian greenhouses: why local vegetables have become 'golden' in winter

Economy 06/11/2026, 14:21

Turkey has captured 82% of the Ukrainian market for imported tomatoes, while the share of local greenhouse vegetables in winter does not exceed 10%. Experts explain this by the difference in state support and the high cost of production in the context of the energy crisis. 🇹🇷🍅🇺🇦

Fuel prices in Ukraine: major networks simultaneously lowered diesel and gasoline costs

Economy 06/11/2026, 14:14

Ukraine saw a major drop in fuel prices: WOG, OKKO, and SOCAR networks lowered prices by 1 hryvnia, while at Ukrnafta, 95-octane gasoline fell by 3 hryvnias. 💸🚗

Polish pressure on Ukrainian shelves: why imported cheese has become cheaper than domestic

Economy 06/11/2026, 14:04

Ukraine has sharply increased imports of dairy products from Poland in 2026. 🇵🇱🧀 Due to differences in state support and modernization, Polish cheese on shelves has become 22% cheaper than domestic. Experts warn: without changing the economic model, Ukraine risks remaining only a supplier of cheap raw materials.

The Ukrainian Potato Paradox: Why Egyptian Crops Are Displacing Local Ones

Economy 06/11/2026, 14:00

Ukraine is importing record volumes of potatoes despite having its own harvest. 🥔 The main reason is a shortage of storage facilities and logistics issues, causing Egyptian produce to displace local crops. In 2026, the situation began to change: domestic potatoes became cheaper, but losses from importing fries remain in the billions of hryvnias. 📉🇺🇦

The Ukrainian market paradox: demand for housing near the front line is growing despite concerns

Economy 06/11/2026, 08:03

Demand for real estate in Ukraine's frontline regions is growing despite risks: buyers are counting on low prices and a rise in value after the war. While demand is falling in the Kharkiv and Kherson regions, a surge in activity is observed in the Sumy and Zaporizhzhia regions. 🏠📉📈

Additional pension payments: who is eligible for a supplement and how to submit documents

Economy 06/11/2026, 07:49

Some Ukrainians may receive a pension supplement, but the conditions are strict: refusal is possible if even one requirement is violated. The payment can be arranged in person or via "Diia". 🇺🇦💰

"The best punishment is to name the name": Elena Topolya revealed details of the blackmail case and named just retribution

Culture 06/11/2026, 05:50

Elena Topolya commented on the blackmail case: the singer is shocked by the meanness of the organizers and believes that the best punishment for them will be public exposure. 🔍🚫 The police have already detained an accomplice who faces up to 12 years in prison, but the artist insists on revealing all names after the trial. 🎤⚖️

Digitalization of workbooks in Ukraine: what will change after June 10, 2026, and will seniority be preserved

Economy 06/11/2026, 04:52

The Ministry of Social Policy of Ukraine has clarified the situation with the digitization of workbooks: after June 10, 2026, seniority will not be lost, and paper documents will remain valid. 📄⚡️ Digitization has no strict deadlines, and pensioners do not need to submit documents again. #Pension #Ukraine #WorkBook

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