A 20 Percent Price Increase Imposed on Simit in Istanbul
Simit prices, a staple of daily consumption throughout Istanbul, have been updated. With the new tariff, increases have occurred in bakery and counter sales.
The price of simit, one of the staple food items most consumed by citizens across Istanbul, increased by 20 percent to 30 Turkish Liras.
Simit Prices Increased in Istanbul
Simit, which had been sold for 25 Turkish Liras for a long time in Istanbul, has started to be offered for sale at 30 Turkish Liras with the new regulation. This five-lira increase was among the developments directly affecting citizens' daily budgets.
Cost Increases Cited as Reason
Tradesmen and bakers stated that the main reason behind this increase in simit prices was the rise in production inputs. It was stated that along with basic materials such as flour, sesame, and yeast, increases in energy and rent expenses were reflected in the prices.
Impact on Daily Life and Citizens
This price change in simit, which is one of the frequently preferred affordable breakfast alternatives for those going to work or school in the morning hours, caught the attention of consumers across the city. Simit also took its share from the high course of inflation.