Hey everyone, I've been hearing a lot about inflation in Russia lately — the official numbers say one thing, but reports online vary a lot. I'm curious how bad it actually feels on the ground: how much are people paying for basics like bread, eggs, dairy, butter? And what about rent — is Moscow really that much pricier than smaller cities and regions now? A friend mentioned prices at their local grocery have jumped way more than the headlines suggest. If you have family there or visited recently, I'd love to hear what you're actually seeing and paying. Any real-world numbers?
Good question. Official inflation is one number, but what people feel is the grocery basket, and that's usually higher, especially for butter, vegetables and imported goods. Rent in Moscow and Petersburg is a separate story. Would be great if people from different cities shared real receipts here, that tells more than any statistic.
From what's been reported lately, the biggest jumps are in vegetables, butter and utilities, with tariffs going up again this autumn. Official inflation looks modest, but the shopping basket people describe is a lot pricier.
Ещё заметно подорожали лекарства, особенно импортные, и бытовая техника. Многие переходят на аналоги подешевле, но качество не всегда то же.