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Bulgarian consumer spending and food price trends

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In mid-August 2026, the Dimitrovgrad Market reported a significant decline in sales as rising costs for food and medicine forced households to prioritize essentials over discretionary goods. While wholesale food prices saw a downward trend in late August—driven by drops in vegetables like tomatoes and red peppers—some sectors like dairy and peaches experienced price increases. The retail business climate has deteriorated, falling from 27.2% to 26.1% according to the National Statistical Institute. Retailers face labor shortages, intense competition, and an uncertain economic environment, leading to expectations of future price hikes. In response, the community-led initiative ‘The Euro in Bulgaria – Boycott of Bold Prices’ launched an interactive ‘Map of Businesses with Normal Prices’ to help consumers locate affordable goods, particularly in Plovdiv. By early September, Lyubomir Datsov, a former Deputy Minister of Finance and Fiscal Council member, warned that economic growth is slowing and food prices are expected to continue rising. Datsov attributed rising food costs to international uncertainty and droughts in Western Europe. He also provided commentary on state finances, suggesting the actual budget deficit might be lower than the announced 5.7%, and noted that the implementation of the state’s capital program is lagging significantly behind budget targets. Wholesale food price trends remained mixed Data from the State Commission on Exchange and Traded Goods through early September. September shows the overall wholesale market index rose by 0.4%, moving from 2.275 to 2.284 points. Significant price increases were recorded for tomatoes, which rose by 27.55% to 1.25 euro per kilogram, and fresh 3% fat milk, which increased by 26.96% to 1.46 euro per liter. Other rising costs included zucchini, green salad, flour, flour type 500, butter, and sugar. Conversely, prices for lemons, onions, green peppers, potatoes, and red peppers saw decreases.

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