As reported by 1prof.by, in the second month of the year, the growth rate of consumer prices in the republic has noticeably decreased. According to official data from the National Statistical Committee (Belstat), in October goods and services increased by 0.32% compared to September. For comparison: in September this indicator was 0.47%, which indicates a slowdown in inflationary processes.

If we look at the structure of October prices in more detail, the food segment increased by 0.5%, non-food goods rose by 0.6%, while the services sector, on the contrary, showed deflation – the average check decreased by 0.3%.

The main driver of price changes has traditionally been fruit and vegetable products, where both the most notable growth and the deepest price decline were recorded.

What became more affordable for buyers in October?

• Avocado – became cheaper by 22.35%
• Apples – decreased in price by 19.75%
• Onions – became cheaper by 12.07%
• Cabbage – dropped by 12.05%
• Carrots – became cheaper by 10.11%
• Beets – lost value by 9.94%
• Potatoes – became cheaper by 9.64%
• Grapes and pears – decreased by 5.36% and 4.96% respectively
• Citrus fruits – became cheaper by 4.12%

Among other goods, the cost of soluble cocoa (-2.