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Belarusian Consumers Face Soaring Coffee Prices, Sparking Public Debate on Affordability
MINSK, Belarus – Consumers in Belarus are expressing growing concern over the sharp increase in coffee prices across supermarkets. A recent video, widely shared online, features a shopper navigating a grocery aisle, visibly surprised by the elevated costs of popular coffee brands. The video highlights specific examples, with a kilogram of Dallmayr coffee priced at 109 Belarusian rubles and 500 grams of Lavazza at 60 rubles. "What is happening with coffee prices? Has anyone seen this?" the shopper asks, reflecting a common sentiment. He humorously suggests that "investing in coffee packets might be more profitable than cryptocurrency" given the current market trends. The video concludes with an appeal to viewers for recommendations on where to find more affordable coffee, indicating a collective search for solutions amidst the rising cost of living. This consumer frustration is echoed in online comments, with many users sharing similar experiences of price hikes in Belarus and comparing costs with other European countries. Some attribute the increase to global factors like poor harvests, while others point to domestic economic conditions, creating a significant point of discussion for local media.
