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

Ukraine on the Brink of Change: From Pepco's Opening to the Confiscation of Russian Assets

Economy 06/03/2026, 17:26

🇺🇦 Ukraine on the Brink of Change: Pepco Prepares to Open Stores, Largest Lithium Deposit Under Threat, and EU Confiscates Russian Assets Worth 3.7 Million Euros! 🚀💰 #Ukraine #Economy #Sanctions

Zaporizhstal: Production dynamics in 2025 and personnel program

Economy 06/03/2026, 16:55

📉 Zaporizhstal reduced rolled product shipments by 6.3% in January-May 2025, but maintains annual growth. 🏭 The "Bring a Friend" program attracted 323 new employees and paid out over 4.7 million UAH in bonuses.

Intestinal infections in Odesa: nearly 60% of those infected are children due to hygiene violations

Health 06/03/2026, 16:42

🚨 77 cases of acute intestinal infections registered in Odesa in one week — nearly 60% are children. 🍎🥦 Cause: hygiene violations and consumption of unwashed products. ARVI and flu currently under control. #Odesa #Health #IntestinalInfections

Trade War 2.0: US Prepares Mass Tariffs on 60 Countries Over Forced Labor

Economy 06/03/2026, 15:20

The US is preparing massive trade sanctions: new tariffs on goods from 60 countries, including the EU and Canada. The reason is the fight against forced labor. Duty rates will reach 12.5%. 🇺🇸📉🌍

Merging of Giants: «Fozzy» Acquires «Badyoriy» Chain and Doubles Presence in Kyiv

Economy 06/03/2026, 14:47

«Fozzy» takes a giant step: the chain acquires 180 «Badyoriy» stores, increasing its presence in Kyiv by almost 1.5 times 🛒🇺🇦. The deal has already been approved by the antimonopoly committee, and staff will be retained. Meanwhile, European giant Pepco is entering the market, ready to open in 2026.

Black Sea Salt Plant Reaches Full Capacity: How the New Enterprise is Transforming Ukraine's Salt Market

Economy 06/03/2026, 14:25

The Black Sea Salt Plant reached full capacity in May 2026, covering 50% of Ukraine's demand for edible salt. 🏭🧂 The plant utilizes advanced technologies and plans to expand extraction from the Kuyalnik Lagoon. #Salt #Manufacturing #Economy

Life after 'Artemsol': How Ukraine survived without its main supplier and why salt prices may rise again

Economy 06/03/2026, 14:14

Ukraine lost its main salt producer 'Artemsol' in 2022, but the market survived: imports were restructured, and new plants are launching. However, stabilization is not a victory, but a forced adaptation. Prices are rising, demand is falling, and the future of the industry depends on new players. 🧂🇺🇦

Currency rates in Ukraine on June 3: the dollar is at its highs, the euro is at 52 hryvnias. Where is it more profitable to buy?

Economy 06/03/2026, 13:34

The dollar is holding near local highs, while the euro is trading at the 52 hryvnia mark. 📉 We analyze where it is most profitable to buy currency today in the largest banks of Ukraine: from PrivatBank to Monobank. 💸

YAKTAK on Max Korzh's Concert: 'Language is a Border'. Why the Ukrainian Artist No Longer Listens to Russian Music

Culture 06/03/2026, 12:42

Ukrainian singer YAKTAK responded harshly to the topic of Max Korzh's concerts with Ukrainians in the audience: 'Language is a border'. The artist admitted that he listened to Russian music before the war, but now cannot do so due to genocide. Read details about the scandals at the concert in Bucharest and the artist's position 👇🇺🇦

Godparents: Selection Rules, Restrictions, and Responsibility According to the PCU

Culture 06/03/2026, 12:35

The PCU explained how to correctly choose godparents for a child: it is not just a formality, but a lifelong responsibility. Who can be a godparent and who cannot, and how many there should be — read in our material 🕯️👶 #PCU #baptism #godparents

Housing in Ukraine is three times cheaper than in Poland: how war and security shape the real estate market

Economy 06/03/2026, 12:28

Housing in Ukraine is three times cheaper than in Poland: the average price of a 30–40 m² apartment is $39,000 vs $124,000 in Poland. At the same time, demand for small housing in Ukraine is 23% higher, and prices depend directly on proximity to the front line. 🏠📉

YAKTAK: How a Broken Leg in the US Tour Didn't Stop Yaroslav Karpuk

Culture 06/02/2026, 21:48

YAKTAK (Yaroslav Karpuk) admitted to breaking his leg during a tour in the USA due to an uneven stage 🇺🇸🩹. Despite surgery and months of rehabilitation, the artist did not stop working — he kept writing songs and performing concerts. 💪🎤

Money in blogs is not a 'gray area': how Ukrainian bloggers can legally pay taxes and not lose their accounts

Economy 06/02/2026, 21:11

🇺🇦 Bloggers in Ukraine are obliged to pay taxes on advertising, donations, and monetization — even if money comes from abroad. A lawyer explains how to legalize income through a sole proprietorship (FOP), avoid fines, and not lose accounts. ⚖️💸 #taxes #bloggers #Ukraine

Dollar and Euro Rise Again: NBU Records New Highs, but Market Remains Under Control

Economy 06/02/2026, 19:27

Dollar and euro rise again: NBU recorded new highs on June 3. 💵📈 Experts explain why the market did not collapse and how the "managed flexibility" mechanism curbs panic. Read details about exchange rates and regulator actions.

EU's 21st Sanctions Package: A Blow to Rosneft, Lukoil, and the 'Shadow Fleet'. What Will Change Next Week?

Economy 06/02/2026, 18:22

The EU is preparing the 21st sanctions package: Rosneft, Lukoil, and the 'shadow fleet' are under attack 🛢️⚓. Assets may be frozen, and the oil price cap will be maintained at $44.10. Sanctions against Patriarch Kirill are also being discussed. 🇪🇺📉

A Record in the World of Music: A Stradivari Violin Sold for $30 Million Returns to the Stage

Culture 06/02/2026, 17:00

The Stradivari viola 'Macdonald' has broken all records, becoming the most expensive string instrument in the world — purchased for $30 million! 🎻💰 Now, this masterpiece from the 'golden period' is sounding in the performance of Amihai Grosz, the principal violist of the Berlin Philharmonic. The unique instrument, which hasn't been played for decades, is preparing for a triumphant return to the stage on June 18. 🎶✨

Exchange rates in Ukraine on June 2: dollar stable, euro weakens. Comparison of bank rates

Economy 06/02/2026, 13:31

📉 Exchange rates in Ukraine on June 2: dollar stable, euro drops by 5 kopecks. We analyze which bank is currently the most profitable for buying currency — the difference between the teller and the app can amount to up to 150 hryvnias on 1000 dollars! 💵🏦

Oil Hits Records: Trump, Iran, and the Threat of Closing the Strait of Hormuz

Economy 06/02/2026, 12:23

Oil hits monthly records against the backdrop of the risk of closing the Strait of Hormuz 🛢️📈. Iran suspended negotiations with the US due to the war in Lebanon, but Trump promises a deal as early as next week. Experts warn: without security guarantees, the market will continue to jump. 🌍⚠️

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