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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Olya Tsibulska shared a touching photo from her 2003 graduation: 'We didn't know it would become priceless'

Culture 06/05/2026, 23:38

Olya Tsibulska posted a touching photo from her 2003 graduation with her parents. The singer confessed that she didn't know back then how priceless this snapshot would become, and noted that life gave her more than she had planned. 📸✨

IMF Makes Concessions: Risk of Losing $686 Million for Ukraine Removed Due to Tax Law Deadline Extension

Economy 06/05/2026, 23:35

The IMF has made concessions to Ukraine and extended the deadline for adopting the parcel tax law until the end of July. This decision removes the risk of losing the second loan tranche of $686 million. The Fund acknowledged that the Rada needs more time to gather votes but warned: this is the last extension. 💸📦🇺🇦

Ukraine's currency market at the start of Friday: dollar and euro hit new highs, banks adjust rates

Economy 06/05/2026, 23:24

Ukraine's currency market on Friday: dollar and euro rise, banks adjust rates 💵📈 The average dollar rate in exchange offices rose to 44.30 UAH, euro — to 51.85 UAH. Oschadbank offers the most favorable conditions for buying euros, while PUMB — for selling dollars. Read the full breakdown of rates in major banks 👇

Gasoline prices drop: what changed at Ukrainian gas stations on June 5

Economy 06/05/2026, 23:04

Gasoline prices have dropped at Ukrainian gas stations: fuel became 1 UAH cheaper in three major networks. Meanwhile, gasoline and diesel prices remained unchanged. 🚗⛽️

Mortgage Cheaper Than Rent: In Which Ukrainian Cities Is the 'єОселя' Program More Advantageous Than Renting

Economy 06/05/2026, 23:01

Mortgage Cheaper Than Rent: In western Ukrainian cities, the 'єОселя' payment is already lower than the cost of renting an apartment. In Uzhhorod, Lviv, and Ivano-Frankivsk, buying housing is more profitable than renting, whereas in frontline regions, renting remains significantly cheaper. 🏠💰

Britons vs. Beavers: Why the Bank of England Decided to Remove Churchill from Banknotes

Economy 06/05/2026, 22:36

The Bank of England proposed replacing Churchill with a beaver and a frog: Britons are shocked by the idea of drawing animals on pounds instead of historical figures. 🇬🇧🐸🦫 Voting has already begun, but conservatives demand that war heroes remain on the money.

Subsidies from May 2026: who will have payments extended automatically and who will have to go to the PFO

Economy 06/05/2026, 22:33

Subsidies from May 2026 will be extended automatically, but there are exceptions! 🏠💰 Find out who will have to submit a new application to the PFO and how changes in family composition affect payments. #subsidies #utilities #pfoukraine

Saving work experience: Ukraine changes pension rules starting in August

Economy 06/05/2026, 22:30

Starting in August, Ukraine will change the rules for calculating pension seniority: years will now be counted even if the employer did not pay the USC. This will help many retire on time, although the amount of payments will depend on actual contributions. 🇺🇦👵💰

AI Created a Vaccine for Future Pandemics: How Scientists Outsmarted Virus Evolution

Health 06/05/2026, 22:14

Scientists have used AI to create a universal Sarbeco vaccine capable of protecting against entire families of viruses with a single shot 🧬💉. The drug has passed the first phase of trials and shown safety, as well as working even against bat viruses 🦇. This could mark the end of future pandemics and lockdowns 🌍🛑.

Ukraine's Pension Fund launches remote social assistance application for non-working citizens

Economy 06/05/2026, 01:23

The Pension Fund of Ukraine has launched an online service for applying for social assistance. Citizens without pension rights and people with disabilities can now apply remotely via the portal using a QES. The income limit for receiving payments must not exceed 2595 UAH per month. 📉📄

Revolution in Access to Medicine: How the 'Affordable Medicines' Program Will Change the Lives of Ukrainians from 2026

Health 06/05/2026, 00:58

From July 2026, the 'Affordable Medicines' program in Ukraine will become even more extensive: more than 50 new drugs will be added to the list 💊. The government has allocated 8.7 billion hryvnias to provide patients with free medicines and support domestic manufacturers 🇺🇦. In one year, almost 2 million Ukrainians have already used the program's services.

Demolition of the Bulgakov Monument in Kyiv: Utility Workers Remove the Monument from Andriyivskyi Descent

Culture 06/05/2026, 00:40

The monument to Mikhail Bulgakov on Andriyivskyi Descent in Kyiv has been dismantled. The monument was removed by utility workers following a decision by the Kyiv City Council adopted in December 2025. UINP experts called the writer a symbol of imperial policy and Russification. 🏛️🚧

Dollar breaks 44.37 UAH: why the rate is rising and whether to expect devaluation of the hryvnia

Economy 06/05/2026, 00:16

📈 The dollar is rising again — 44.37 UAH. But this is not devaluation: an expert explains why the euro is more important for Ukraine and why it is too early to panic 💶🇺🇦

Inzhur launches mobile app: aiming for one million investors by 2028

Economy 06/04/2026, 16:53

Inzhur has launched a mobile app for investing in real estate and government bonds (OVGZ). In the first two days, it was downloaded by more than 15,000 users. The company's founder has set a goal to teach one million Ukrainians to invest by 2028 📱📈

Technical dead end: Ukrainian business demands cancellation of forced wagon write-offs

Economy 06/04/2026, 16:35

Ukrainian business warns the government of the risk of losing a third of the wagon fleet due to outdated write-off rules. Industrialists demand a switch to the European model of assessing the technical condition of wagons to avoid a shortage of transport during the country's recovery period. 🚂📉

Rare footage: Meghan Markle shows 5-year-old daughter Lilibet on her birthday

Culture 06/04/2026, 16:28

Meghan Markle broke her silence and showed rare footage of her 5-year-old daughter Lilibet! 🎂 The Duke and Duchess of Sussex posted touching photos to celebrate the little one's birthday: Harry holds his daughter in his arms, while Lilibet strolls across the lawn in a light dress. 📸👑

Anastasia Pustovit shows off her fiancé for the first time: 5 years of love during the war and their first joint anniversary

Culture 06/04/2026, 16:12

Anastasia Pustovit showed off her fiancé Vladimir Litvinov, who serves in the AFU, for the first time. The actress admitted that in 5 years of relationships, they celebrated only one anniversary together due to the war. ❤️🇺🇦 #TikhaNiva #AnastasiaPustovit

Olga Sumska on Choosing a Husband for Her Daughter Anna: 'Don't Marry for Wealth'

Culture 06/04/2026, 16:04

Olga Sumska gave important advice to young women: do not marry for wealth, but choose a man with whom you want to create a family and have children. The actress emphasized that she does not interfere in the personal life of her daughter Anna and urged not to be afraid of trials at the beginning of life together. 🌟💑

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