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

Minus 10% of GDP: Consequences of the Shutdown of Ukraine's Metallurgy

Economy 09/30/2026, 15:42

Ukraine's metallurgy faces a severe crisis due to 2026 missile strikes, losing about 90% of steel production, threatening GDP and budget revenue.

Salary in shelters, price differences, and menu: how constant air alerts changed McDonald's operations

Economy 09/30/2026, 14:30

How constant air alerts changed McDonald's operations in Ukraine: shelter wages, a shortened menu, regional prices, and social support for thousands of employees.

Why we often order food delivery: a nutritionist explained what to look out for

Health 09/30/2026, 13:27

A nutritionist explained whether food delivery is really less healthy than home cooking and shared how to properly place an order for a balanced diet.

Loans with a 5.5% State Subsidy: New Conditions for Big Business

Economy 09/30/2026, 13:04

The government has expanded the preferential lending program for big business up to 1 billion hryvnias, covering fuel infrastructure, processing, and retail with a 5.5% rate compensation.

Government Expands Business Insurance to Fuel Tankers, Trucks, and Agricultural Machinery

Economy 09/30/2026, 12:23

The Cabinet of Ministers has expanded the military damage compensation program for business, adding Kyiv, fuel tankers, trucks, and agricultural machinery with simplified registration.

Ukrainian Cabinet Plans to Expand Business Opportunities to Purchase Domestic Air Defense Systems

Economy 09/30/2026, 11:53

The Ukrainian government is considering allowing private businesses to purchase domestic air defense systems to protect against strikes that caused about $10 billion in damages in 2026.

Missile Alerts Cost Ukraine $45 Million an Hour, Says Ministry of Economy

Economy 09/30/2026, 11:21

Every hour of downtime for Ukrainian enterprises due to air raid alerts costs the economy $45 million. The Ministry of Economy is seeking ways to adapt business.

Housing rentals in Ukraine: which regions have the highest prices and apartment demand

Economy 09/30/2026, 10:41

In the summer of 2026, Ukraine saw increased long-term rental demand in the west and expanded supply in the south and east. Median apartment prices rose in most regions due to inflation and preparations for a difficult winter.

Where it is profitable to buy dollars and euros today: exchange rates in banks and exchange offices on September 30

Economy 09/30/2026, 10:17

On September 30, banks and exchange offices lowered the exchange rates of the dollar and euro. The dollar is sold from 44.95 UAH, the euro from 51.20 UAH. Read the overview to find where it is most profitable.

"Kyivstar" Announces Tariff Price Increase Starting October 8, 2026

Economy 09/30/2026, 09:35

Major mobile operator Kyivstar is raising tariff prices for some subscribers starting October 8, 2026, due to rising network maintenance and restoration costs.

New vs. Used Cars: Real Monthly Costs and Which Is Cheaper in Ukraine

Economy 09/30/2026, 08:10

An analysis of real maintenance costs for new and used cars in Ukraine, covering depreciation, fuel prices, servicing, and total cost of ownership over five years.

Ukrainians Look for Jobs in Poland for 2-3 Months: Why Demand for Short Contracts is Growing

Economy 09/30/2026, 08:11

Ukrainians are increasingly choosing short-term 2-3 month contracts in Poland to survive the winter and earn money without long-term migration. Demand for temporary staff is growing amid cautious Polish business policies.

Insurance in a Deadlock: Business Relief Fund Hits Tax and Funding Walls

Economy 09/30/2026, 07:07

The government has allocated 58.7 billion hryvnias in the 2027 budget to compensate wartime business losses through a VAT hike to 21%, but the initiative faces tax and financial barriers.

Opening an FOP and Pension: PFU Reminds of Rules for Preserving Supplements and Accruing Experience

Economy 09/30/2026, 06:33

The Pension Fund of Ukraine has reminded how opening an FOP affects pension payments, the formation of insurance records, and the preservation of supplements for working pensioners in 2026.

Ukraine Urges EU to Use Frozen Russian Assets to Cover Military Needs in 2027

Economy 09/30/2026, 03:42

Ukraine has urged the EU to use frozen Russian assets to cover a 78 billion dollar budget deficit in 2027, demanding bold decisions from European leaders.

Victoria Beckham Appears in Recording Studio for First Time in Over 20 Years: Rare Photo

Culture 09/29/2026, 21:55

Victoria Beckham has appeared in a recording studio for the first time in 20 years alongside her son Cruz, sparking music comeback rumors.

Landline Phones Back in Demand in Russia: State Companies Sharply Increase Purchases Amid Mobile Network Restrictions

Economy 09/29/2026, 21:30

Russian state companies increased spending on landline phones more than threefold in January–August 2026, reaching 118 million rubles amid mobile connection disruptions.

Money Goes in Circles, Risks Grow: Nvidia Tries to Drag Insurance Companies into AI Boom Financing Deals

Economy 09/29/2026, 20:55

Nvidia is negotiating with insurance companies to cover bankruptcy risks for AI data center developers, aiming to mitigate financial threats amid the massive boom.

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