According to Interunion Department of Statistics and Socioeconomic Studies (Dieese), in March 2022, the price of basic foodstuffs for human survival increased in all capitals of Brazil.
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These significant increases occurred in Rio de Janeiro (7.65%), Curitiba (7.46%), São Paulo (6.36%) and Campo Grande (5.51%), among other states. In fact, the smallest variation was registered in Salvador (1.46%).
However, in São Paulo, the basic basket had the highest cost, reaching R$761.19, followed by Rio de Janeiro R$750.71, Florianópolis R$745.47 and Porto Alegre costing R$734.28.
This absurd dynamic in prices made the populations of classes C, D and E start buying food close to the dates expiry date, since these products have a short discount (but, most of the time, they can be harmful to the health).
In addition to being the only way out for several families, who do not receive enough to feed themselves with dignity.
According to economist and university professor Ricardo Macedo, the greatest demand for this type of food is closely linked to the decrease in the purchasing power of ordinary Brazilians through the neglect of government management federal. The teacher reports thatthis movement is natural, especially in the lower classes.
Despite the recovery of some positions in the labor market, either informally or with a formal contract, the average income fell, but the price of food rose significantly. In order to maintain the amount of food they are used to eating, the population has opted to buy these products at low prices, but which will expire faster“.
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