Russian authorities monitor changes in prices of socially important products, but price increases are inevitable. Therefore, now it is worth paying attention to changes in the prices of imported wine, cheese and sausages. About this post “Economy Today” declaration State Duma deputy from the United Russia faction Nikita Chaplin.
“The most important factor is the exchange rate of the ruble. Even with a slight weakening in the national currency, the prices of imported food products begin to rise. Now it also depends on the transportation of goods to the country through direct or parallel imports, with great difficulties in logistics. Therefore, it is worth paying attention to the prices of imported wine, cheese, sausages, ”said Chaplin.
According to him, although food shortages are not expected in Russia, prices for some goods began to “bite”. In particular, the price of white wine increased by 28% and the price of cheese increased by 23%. The price of products in the consumer basket also rose. For example, the price of bread increased by 6-10 rubles per year, and butter by 11%.
He added that prices continue to rise due to inflation and the weakening of the ruble. Therefore, imported goods will only continue to increase in price. Consequently, it is best to pay attention to domestic products.
At the end of April, the Vedomosti newspaper, citing statistics from AD Libitum analysts WroteBefore the May holidays, pork neck prices increased significantly in the Russian domestic market. The price of one of the main cuts for barbecue has suddenly increased by 13% since April 24 to 450 rubles. per kg – such a high figure has not been recorded in the last five years.