Veranos más calurosos, helados más caros: cómo la inflación ha impactado en el cucurucho
El precio medio de este producto ha subido un 4,1% en un año, impulsado por el encarecimiento de la energía y de algunos ingredientes
Extreme heatwaves in Spain bring little joy, but one small comfort may be the opportunity to enjoy an icy treat. This summer, the need to visit the nearest ice cream shop to escape the effects of climate change collided with another contemporary phenomenon: inflation. Ice creams, whether from ice cream parlors or supermarkets, have experienced a general price increase, affecting wallets much like the rising costs of other grocery items.
Factors contributing to the price surge include the rise in energy prices, increased transportation costs for certain ingredients, as well as higher labor costs and commercial rents. Consequently, the average price of a liter of ice cream has risen to 5.02 euros, a 4.1% increase compared to the previous year. Surprisingly, data from the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food also reveals that consumption has surged by 11.7%, demonstrating that a higher price does not deter the desire for a refreshing ice cream.
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