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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Economy 09/10/2026, 19:51

"We Have Reached the Limit": Ukraine's Finance Ministry Warns of Risks to Social Payments and Hryvnia Devaluation

Economy 09/10/2026, 19:20

Finance Minister Serhiy Marchenko warned that, in the event of a delay in financing from the EU and the IMF, Ukraine could face postponed social payments, and in the worst case — monetary financing of the budget and devaluation of the hryvnia.

Fuel crisis in aviation: aircraft refueling restricted at 26 Russian airports

Economy 09/10/2026, 19:33

Refueling restrictions have been introduced at 26 Russian airports amid an aviation fuel shortage following strikes on refineries. The limits are in effect for one to seven months, with the situation most critical in the south.

Big soft bags, burgundy gloves and futuristic glasses: the key accessory trends for autumn 2026

Culture 09/10/2026, 18:08

In autumn 2026, the fashion for accessories is dominated by large soft bags made of suede and leather, a muted palette featuring burgundy and olive, clutches in everyday looks, leather gloves and futuristic glasses. Fashion calls for self-expression without sacrificing practicality.

VAT on online purchases under €150: Verkhovna Rada committee backs new draft, launch postponed to July 2027

Economy 09/10/2026, 17:45

The Verkhovna Rada committee backed a new version of the draft law on VAT for distance purchases under €150: the marketplace itself will collect the tax, and the launch has been postponed to July 2027.

FGIU to change the rules of post-privatization control: the UMCC Titanium case and a $35 million loss in steel become the trigger for reform

Economy 09/10/2026, 15:17

FGIU is working out new rules for post-privatization control after the UMCC Titanium case showed that changing regulatory conditions after a 4 billion UAH deal has already cost the investor $35 million in foreign-currency revenue.

Cancer, Pisces, and Libra: Styler Named the Zodiac Signs That Handle Loneliness the Worst

Culture 09/10/2026, 13:56

The lifestyle project Styler from RBC-Ukraine compiled a ranking of all twelve zodiac signs based on how hard it is for them to bear loneliness. The leaders are Cancer, Pisces, and Libra, while Aquarius, Sagittarius, and Virgo handle solitude the most easily.

Russia offers Vietnam aircraft transfer under a 'wet lease' scheme: Moscow seeks a way out of the aviation crisis

Economy 09/10/2026, 13:09

Russia has sent Vietnam proposals for "wet leasing" aircraft with crews and maintenance. Moscow is also in negotiations with Qatar, Kuwait, and Central Asian countries, however, no agreement has been signed yet.

Vika Bakalova got engaged to LEGENDO: how the proposal went and how much the Graff ring costs

Culture 09/10/2026, 12:55

Ukrainian blogger Vika Bakalova got engaged to entrepreneur Rostislav Potapenko, known as LEGENDA. The couple shared details of a romantic proposal featuring a Graff ring worth around 45 thousand dollars.

Jennifer Lawrence appeared on Instagram: the @jlaw account gathered nearly 400 thousand followers in a day

Culture 09/10/2026, 10:29

Oscar-winning Jennifer Lawrence, who had avoided social networks for years, appeared on Instagram under the nickname @jlaw. By September 9, the page had gathered more than 395 thousand followers, however her team has not yet confirmed the authenticity of the account.

Currency rates on September 10, 2026: the dollar near the 45 UAH mark, the euro above 52 UAH in some banks — a full breakdown of rates

Economy 09/10/2026, 10:23

On September 10, 2026, the average dollar rate at Ukrainian exchange offices is 44.80 UAH, and the euro is 52.20 UAH. Monobank offers the best dollar sale rate (44.83 UAH), and PUMB the best euro rate (52.30 UAH).

One profession, two wallets: in which regions of Ukraine the wage gap reaches 106%

Economy 09/10/2026, 09:40

According to OLX Work data, the gap in median salaries for the same profession across different regions of Ukraine reaches 106% — record disparities have been recorded in the construction sector, where a painter in Lviv Oblast earns almost twice as much as in Chernivtsi Oblast.

Gasoline Approaching 90 UAH: WOG and Ukrnafta Raise Fuel Prices on September 10

Economy 09/10/2026, 09:19

On September 10, WOG and Ukrnafta raised gasoline and diesel prices by 1 UAH/liter, with A-95 at WOG reaching 87.90 UAH. At OKKO and SOCAR, fuel prices remained unchanged over the past day.

EU stalls on weaning itself off Russian energy: storage at 67%, investment gap in the hundreds of billions of euros

Economy 09/10/2026, 07:44

The European Court of Auditors stated that the EU is underinvesting in diversification and renewables, and that gas storage is filled only to 67% versus 80% a year earlier. The auditors called on the EC to more actively monitor the plan to wean off Russian energy.

Pension Fund cut pension after recalculation: lawyer explains why this is illegal and how to get your money back

Economy 09/10/2026, 07:20

Attorney Olga Khomich stated that Article 42 of the pension law contains no mechanism for reducing an assigned pension, and that courts in most cases classify such a reduction as an unlawful review. For military pensions, the protection is expressly enshrined in Article 63.

"I Don't Even Say Hello": Natalka Denisenko Revealed the Reason for Her Split with Yelena Svetlitska and Recalled Her Closeness to Taras Tsybuliuk

Culture 09/10/2026, 01:55

Natalka Denisenko confessed in an interview with Slava Demin to a complete split with Yelena Svetlitska, attributing it to a "series of events" and her closeness to Taras Tsybuliuk. The actress refused to reveal the details, calling them "secrets."

Submissions open until September 30 for the IV KontraFACTS Media Awards: 200,000 UAH prize fund for investigations into the illegal tobacco market

Economy 09/10/2026, 01:45

Submissions for the IV KontraFACTS Media Awards, dedicated to combating the illegal trade in tobacco products, are open until September 30, 2026. The total prize fund is 200,000 UAH, and the guaranteed payout per participant is 2,500 UAH.

Autumn Reset: How to Plan Seasonal Shopping in September 2026 and Not Overpay

Economy 09/10/2026, 00:33

In September 2026, the peak of seasonal demand for electronics, school supplies, and autumn wardrobe coincides with anniversary sales at Fokstrot, Telemart, and other chains. Experts advise planning purchases by category rather than by discount to save up to 70%.

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