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Istanbul's Inflation Soars: Family Costs Jump 56%!

2/6/2025

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In January, a family of four in Istanbul faced a cost of living of TL82,880 ($2,308), marking a 56.21% annual increase.
Monthly expenses surged by 7.10%, equating to an additional TL5,495.
Significant price increases were observed in baby formula (67.43%), meat (55.10%), and sunflower oil (62.28%).
Istanbul holds the title of the most inflationary city in Europe, with consumer prices rising by 48.4% annually.

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In January, a family of four in Istanbul faced a cost of living of TL82,880 ($2,308), marking a 56.21% annual increase.
Monthly expenses surged by 7.10%, equating to an additional TL5,495.
Significant price increases were observed in baby formula (67.43%), meat (55.10%), and sunflower oil (62.28%).
Istanbul holds the title of the most inflationary city in Europe, with consumer prices rising by 48.4% annually.