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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Russia extends ban on diesel fuel exports to September 30 amid record attacks on refineries

Economy 08/29/2026, 16:22

Russia has extended the ban on diesel fuel exports for producers until September 30, 2026, citing a record series of Ukrainian attacks on refineries and the need to stabilize the domestic market.

Chicken and Zucchini Bake: 39 g of Protein and 365 kcal per Serving — a Recipe for a Filling Dinner

Health 08/29/2026, 16:16

A filling bake with chicken fillet, zucchini, and mozzarella contains about 39 g of protein and 365 kcal per serving. We break down nutritionist Yulia Dragulova's recipe and explain why the dish is suitable for weight loss.

Empty shelves are not a threat: experts explain what strikes on retailers' warehouses mean for prices and delivery times

Economy 08/29/2026, 15:00

RBC-Ukraine experts explained that after the strikes on retailers' warehouses there will be no physical shortage, but delivery could take up to a week, and prices on basic products will rise due to logistics.

Gasoline and autogas prices rise by 1 hryvnia: how much a full tank costs at Ukrainian gas stations on August 29, 2026

Economy 08/29/2026, 12:50

On August 29, 2026, gasoline and autogas at leading Ukrainian gas stations rose by 1 hryvnia per liter. For a 50-liter tank, this means +50 hryvnia per refueling. Experts expect the rate of increase to slow in September but do not forecast a price drop.

Up to 50,000 UAH: which manufacturing jobs in Ukraine saw the biggest pay rises over the year

Economy 08/29/2026, 11:33

In July 2026, median salaries in Ukraine's manufacturing segment rose: packers saw a 39% increase, and excavator operators reached up to 50,000 UAH. At the same time, the number of vacancies and responses declined in a number of regions.

Cardiologist Explains How Nighttime Air Alerts Are Hitting Ukrainians' Hearts and How to Safely Recover After a Sleepless Night

Health 08/29/2026, 11:20

Cardiologist Nataliya Stolyar-Kapshitar explained how regular sleep deprivation due to nighttime alerts increases the risk of hypertension, arrhythmias, and heart attack, and described how to recover safely: a short 15–20 minute nap, daylight, moderate activity, and no more than 400 mg of caffeine per day, while energy drinks after a sleepless night are dangerous for the heart.

Gardener's Moon Calendar for September 2026: Which Days to Harvest and When to Put the Shovel Aside

Culture 08/29/2026, 09:15

Styler has published a gardener's moon calendar for September 2026: which days are suitable for harvesting and sowing green manure, and when it is best to put the shovel aside so as not to harm the roots.

From 9 to 17 years: in which Ukrainian cities renting an apartment "pays off" its cost the fastest

Economy 08/29/2026, 08:17

In Ukraine, the payback period for renting a one-room apartment ranges from 9 to 17 years depending on the city. The longest is in Zhytomyr and Rivne, the fastest in Zaporizhzhia, according to OLX Real Estate.

Dollar to hold in the 44.6–45.2 UAH range: expert from Globus Bank forecasts the exchange rate for early September

Economy 08/29/2026, 07:39

Taras Lesovoy, an expert from Globus Bank, forecast the dollar rate for early September in the 44.6–45.2 UAH corridor. Import demand may exceed supply by 15–20%, but the NBU compensates for the shortage with interventions of up to $1 billion per week.

Which jackets for autumn 2026 are a one-season trend and which are a wardrobe investment: stylist Yana Markovskaya's breakdown

Culture 08/29/2026, 07:27

Stylist Yana Markovskaya broke down five jacket models for autumn 2026 and explained which are a one-season trend and which will become a long-term wardrobe investment, including advice on textures and shades.

Employing a relative may reduce your housing subsidy: how the PFU counts income and over what period

Economy 08/29/2026, 06:47

The PFU clarified that employing a previously unemployed family member may reduce the housing subsidy due to a rise in total income, while at the same time eliminating the risk of being denied assistance for lack of USC. The size of the review depends on the reporting period.

Working pensioners in Ukraine can receive a higher payout: lawyer explains how the recalculation works

Economy 08/29/2026, 06:40

Lawyer Liubomyr Kozhukhov explained that working pensioners in Ukraine can receive a higher payout upon recalculation, but the right to it is not tied to September and arises in any month once the required record is present.

Fuel crisis returns to Russia: gasoline production falls to 70% of consumption after drone strikes on refineries

Economy 08/29/2026, 02:38

At the end of August, gasoline production in Russia fell to roughly 70% of domestic consumption after drone strikes on refineries in Perm, Nizhny Novgorod, and Yaroslavl. Queues at gas stations have grown again in the regions, despite official claims of stabilization.

ATB Market introduces purchase limits on eggs and groceries across Ukraine: what you can no longer buy in quantities over 6 units and why

Economy 08/29/2026, 01:45

The ATB Market chain has introduced purchase limits on eggs, groceries and other socially significant goods across Ukraine. The company explains the decision by the mass buying of products by wholesale resellers.

Ukraine Accumulates 14.6 Billion Cubic Meters of Gas Ahead of Schedule: Shmygal Declares Readiness for the 2026/2027 Winter

Economy 08/29/2026, 01:32

Shmygal stated that Ukraine has accumulated 14.6 billion cubic meters of gas in UGS, reaching the target fill level a month ahead of plan. The reserves are sufficient for the baseline scenario of the 2026/2027 winter.

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