Iran's 'survival economy': Families sell empty perfume bottles, natural hair for income
The report said demand for rented laptops has also increased, with people hiring them for simple tasks such as typing documents, using Microsoft Office and attending online classes.
In Iran, as inflation continues to soar, families are resorting to a new form of economy - selling personal belongings such as natural hair, empty perfume bottles, used work shoes, and even financial documents like salary slips. The Iranian news agency ILNA has described this trend as a "survival economy," highlighting how households are adapting to the worsening economic situation.
People are increasingly renting or borrowing basic work tools like laptops to make ends meet, with demand for rented laptops rising due to their utility for simple tasks like typing, using software, and attending online classes. Online classified websites are witnessing a surge in advertisements for these items, as households strive to generate cash in an economy where almost everything can now be sold or rented for quick income.
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