In Belarus, spending of residents on food was counted

In the first four months of 2023, the average family in the cities of Belarus had 2 thousand Belarusian rubles in the resource every month. Of these, 90% were spent on living, Sputnik reported.

Each family spent an average of 1809 rubles (640 US dollars) every month. Of these, 73% went to consumer spending: food, utilities, clothing and other goods, entertainment. Payment for rental housing is not included in consumer spending.

At the same time, out of 1809 rubles, spending on food amounted to 40% ant to 32% for the purchase of non-food products.

The study also revealed that the financial situation of rural residents is worse. There, the average family has an amount of 1,568 rubles ($560) for monthly expenses.

Let us remind you that Belarus' GDP has decreased in 4 months.

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