Arequipa: Basic basket products increase after 5.09% inflation recorded | Diario Jornada

The report reveals that Arequipa experienced a notable increase in the cost of living, placing it among Peruvian cities with the highest monthly and annual inflation rates. This widespread price increase reflects structural pressures in the local economy, where consumers face reduced purchasing power due to the sustained rise in prices for essential goods. The main driver of this trend is the contraction in the supply of food and basic services, exacerbated by adverse weather events that affected agricultural and fishing production. The rising cost of the basic food basket, combined with increases in fuel and gas prices driven by international and logistical costs, directly impacts household well-being, highlighting the vulnerability of the supply system to external shocks. This information is crucial for the field of open data, as it illustrates the importance of monitoring economic indicators disaggregated by region. Access to detailed statistics on prices and inflation enables the identification of territorial inequalities and the design of more precise public policies, ensuring that transparency in public data translates into effective solutions for local economic stability.

Source: jornada.com.pe
Published on 2026-11-04

Arequipa: Basic basket products increase after 5.09% inflation recorded | Diario Jornada

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