Darya Fomina

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.

Articles

Collage with oil barrels, a gas station, and a rising price graph, illustrating the AMCU investigation into record fuel prices in Ukraine

Collusion or Market: AMCU Investigates Causes of Record Fuel Prices in Ukraine

Economy 08/06/2026, 13:38
🛢️ AMCU is investigating possible collusion among gas station networks after a price spike in March 2026. 📉 Operators assure that prices are formed independently. 🔥 In July, prices rose again due to the situation in the Middle East. 💸 A-95 gasoline costs from 79.90 to 85.40 UAH/l. The regulator cannot directly change prices but monitors competition. #Ukraine #GasStations #Fuel #AMCU
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New modern tram with bright design in Kamianske, people inspecting the vehicle as part of fleet renewal funded by Metinvest investments

New trams in Kamianske: «Metinvest» invests 50 million UAH in fleet modernization

Economy 08/06/2026, 13:17
🚋 Tram fleet modernization has started in Kamianske. «Metinvest» allocated 50 million UAH for the purchase of 17 new cars produced by «Tatra-Yug». 🇺🇦 The first car has already arrived in the city. By the end of the year, another 6 are expected, and in the next year — 11. ♿ New trams are equipped with air conditioners and ramps for people with reduced mobility. By 2027, the fleet will be updated by 85%.
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Veteran at the administrator's window in a Ukrposhta branch, illustrating new COD rules requiring RNOКPP

New Ukrposhta rules: Tax ID (RNOKPP) required for all cash-on-delivery payments

Economy 08/06/2026, 13:12
📦 Ukrposhta has introduced new rules for cash-on-delivery payments: a tax ID (RNOKPP) must now be provided for all shipments, regardless of the amount. 📌 Key changes: — Up to 5,000 UAH: The number is recorded based on the client's verbal statement. — Over 5,000 UAH: Documentary confirmation of the RNOKPP is required. 💼 General Director Ihor Smelyanskyi stated that the requirements come from the National Bank and apply to all operators. The company disagrees with the norms but is obligated to comply.
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Freight wagons with metal and raw materials at a railway station, symbolizing the logistical deadlock due to port blockades and UZ tariff hikes

Logistical Deadlock: Ukrmetallurgprom Demands Reversal of UZ Tariff Hikes Amid Port Blockades

Economy 08/06/2026, 12:40
🚂 "Ukrmetallurgprom" has urged Prime Minister Kuretsky to cancel the 30% UZ tariff hike. Metallurgists believe that against the backdrop of port blockades and rising logistics costs, price hikes on transport will kill exports. 📉 Experts forecast a loss of 96 billion UAH in GDP due to the government's decision. ⚖️ The industry demands returning tariffs to the level of the beginning of 2026.
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