Turkey ham: Check the considerable drop in price that it shows these days in Chile

Published 2023년 4월 11일

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The article reports on the current state of inflation in the country, specifically focusing on the impact on food prices. In March, the Consumer Price Index (CPI) showed a monthly increase of 1.1%, resulting in an overall year-on-year inflation rate of 11.1%, which is slightly lower than the previous month's rate. The article highlights the varied price trends across different food items, with turkey ham prices seeing a notable decrease in several retail outlets, including supermarkets like Lider and Jumbo. The government, including the Ministry of Agriculture, has expressed that prices in butcher shops, fairs, and specialized premises could be even more affordable. The minister also pointed out the decreasing cost of lemons and mentioned the high prices of apples and pears as part of the broader discussion on food inflation.

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The food basket continues to be a concern, because although prices have begun to show some setbacks, year-on-year inflation continues to be far from the target. In detail, in March the Consumer Price Index (CPI) had a monthly variation of 1.1%, accumulating an increase of 1.8%. At the same time, year-on-year inflation eased again: it recorded 11.1% in twelve months (in February it registered 11.9%). And in this context is that the prices of some foods began to give more "breath" to the pocket and in recent days, in particular, one drew attention: that of turkey ham. These days it has been evident the drop in the price of said sausage in several shops. For example: in supermarkets like Lider, the 250 grams of bulk cooked turkey breast dropped from $4,990 to $1,878. And the caramelized version cost $3,190; and now $1,690. In Jumbo, the situation is similar: in packaged 125-gram versions, turkey ham (roasted, smoked and cooked breast) went from $2,490 to $1,390. And following this ...

Source: Biobiochile