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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Buckwheat got cheaper at Novus but pricier at Auchan: how prices on basic groceries changed in Ukrainian supermarkets on September 22

Economy 09/22/2026, 21:58

RBC-Ukraine recorded weekly price changes in the Silpo, ATB, Novus, and Auchan chains: buckwheat got cheaper at Novus but pricier at Auchan, eggs at Silpo became more affordable, while bread and oil remained unchanged.

India Prepares Sharp Cut in Russian Oil Purchases After US 'Hellish Sanctions'

Economy 09/22/2026, 21:43

After the US signed the law on "hellish sanctions," Indian refineries have begun cutting purchases of Russian crude oil, aiming to reduce its share in imports to 20–30% to avoid possible duties of up to 100%.

“A strike on one facility should not halt delivery”: how Russian shelling affects Ukrposhta logistics in 2026

Economy 09/22/2026, 20:33

Ukrposhta confirmed that Russian shelling temporarily affects certain routes but does not cause a systemic increase in delivery times: in August 2026, 96% of parcels were delivered on time.

NBU Rate for September 23: Dollar Rises to 44.78 UAH, Euro Falls — Experts on the Myth of the Dollar's Reliability

Economy 09/22/2026, 20:28

The NBU set the dollar rate for September 23 at 44.78 UAH, while the euro fell to 51.33 UAH. Experts remind that the dollar is not a permanent store of savings due to inflation.

Ukraine Rebuilds Its Public Investment System for $588 Billion: What the Procurement Reform Will Change

Economy 09/22/2026, 20:15

Ukraine is rebuilding its public investment system during wartime: the project portfolio now includes 195 projects worth 12.6 trillion hryvnia, yet the OECD points to a weak procurement strategy, and the share of procurements using quality criteria does not exceed 0.5%.

From Private Chef to AI Models: Ukrainian Women Named Professions with Income Exceeding 60,000 Hryvnia

Economy 09/22/2026, 19:47

In a Styler survey on the Threads platform, Ukrainian women named professions with income exceeding 60,000 hryvnia: from private chef and business analyst to AI content and reselling. Some of the income figures are self-reports, and schemes involving brand replicas carry legal risks.

Supreme Court finally closes the 'Euroenergotrade' case: UGB recovers over 1 billion UAH, and the right of claim transfers to 'Park Lane'

Economy 09/22/2026, 19:09

On September 17, 2026, the Supreme Court dismissed Euroenergotrade's cassation appeal and confirmed the transfer of the right of claim to the guarantor Park Lane by subrogation after the repayment of over 1 billion UAH of UGB's debt.

DTek Has Employed Nearly 6,000 Displaced Persons Since the Start of the Full-Scale War: How the Company Trains and Supports New Workers

Economy 09/22/2026, 17:43

Since the start of the full-scale invasion, around 5,800 displaced persons have been employed at DTek enterprises, of whom about 550 were hired in 2026. The company trains new workers at the DTek Academy, including with VR simulators, and provides housing support.

How to store a pumpkin for several months: preparation, temperature, and places where the fruit won't rot

Health 09/22/2026, 16:51

Ripe pumpkins with a hard skin can be stored for several months with proper preparation and a suitable microclimate. We explain how to dry the fruits, where to keep them, and at what temperature they will not rot.

Ukraine Receives $841 Million from the World Bank Under Canadian Guarantees: How the Funds Will Be Used

Economy 09/22/2026, 16:43

Ukraine has secured $841 million from the World Bank under guarantees from the Government of Canada. The funds will be directed to pension and social payments under the PEACE in Ukraine program, with a total volume of $54.3 billion.

Ukrainian Metallurgy on the Brink of Survival: Factory Shutdowns, Lost Markets and a Chain Crisis for the Entire Economy

Economy 09/22/2026, 16:07

Ukrainian metallurgy is going through a deep crisis: after the strikes, Zaporizhstal, Kametstal and ArcelorMittal Kryvyi Rih have been shut down, steel production fell by 57.3% in August, and new EU quotas could cut exports by 60%. The industry, which accounts for 40% of the railway's and the ports' workload, has found itself "on the brink of survival".

Tina Karol, Ivan Dorn, and Yulia Yurina: How Artists Born in Russia Built Their Careers in Ukraine

Culture 09/22/2026, 16:00

Styler has compiled a selection of Ukrainian artists born in Russia: Tina Karol, Ivan Dorn, Yulia Yurina, Nikita Dobrynin, Alexey Sukhanov, Zlata Ognivych, and Alexander Pecherytsia all built their careers in Ukraine.

Sofia Rotaru Shared an Archive Photo from Her Wedding to Anatoly Evdokimenko: 58 Years Since Their Marriage

Culture 09/22/2026, 15:34

On the anniversary of their wedding, Sofia Rotaru published a rare archive photo with Anatoly Evdokimenko. On September 22, 1968, the couple became spouses — this year marks 58 years since their marriage.

More than just cheaper: how METRO's own brands recalculate the cost of goods for HoReCa amid a volatile exchange rate

Economy 09/22/2026, 15:04

Valentina Kutova, Commercial Director of METRO Ukraine, explained in a column for RBC-Ukraine how private labels help HoReCa businesses manage the full cost of goods: from consolidated purchasing in 20+ countries to packaging optimization that reduces costs by 1–4%.

Record demand for firewood in Ukraine: 'Ukrainian Forests' forecast 2.9–3 million cubic meters by the end of 2026

Economy 09/22/2026, 14:23

LP 'Ukrainian Forests' forecasts a record sale of 2.9–3 million cubic meters of firewood in 2026. The average price on 1 September is 1,252 UAH per cubic meter, up 12–15% from the previous season.

Ukraine's Capital Market at KIEF TALKS: 271,000 Investors, 80% Government Bonds, and a Bet on Investment Accounts

Economy 09/22/2026, 12:38

KIEF TALKS discussed the structural imbalance of Ukraine's capital market: 80% government bonds, 271,300 retail investors (12-fold growth since 2022), and Kyivstar, following its Nasdaq listing, became the first Ukrainian case of access to equity capital.

Exchange rates on September 22, 2026: where to buy the dollar and euro cheaper, and where you'll get paid the most for them

Economy 09/22/2026, 12:46

On September 22, 2026, the dollar at exchange offices rose to 44.90 UAH, while the euro remained at 52.00 UAH. The dollar is offered cheapest by PrivatBank, Oschadbank and PUMB, and the euro is most profitable to sell via "Mobile Oschad".

Anastasia Tkachenko Showed 'Before' and 'After' Frames of Her Gastric Reduction Surgery: 'I'm on the Right Path'

Health 09/22/2026, 12:07

Ukrainian comedian Anastasia Tkachenko published 'before' and 'after' frames of her gastric reduction surgery performed in March 2026 and revealed her maximum weight of 130 kg.

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