Key Points:
The average net salary in Romania increased by 6.6% in December 2023 compared to November 2023, reaching 5,079 lei.
However, this increase was largely eroded by inflation, which reached 7.1% in February 2024.
Food prices rose by 4.48% in the past year, with meat and fish prices increasing by 7.89% and 10.97%, respectively.
Beer prices rose by 11.86% in 2023.
Additional Notes:
The highest average net salaries were recorded in the coking and petroleum products industry (12,710 lei), while the lowest were in hotels and restaurants (2,825 lei).
Potato prices rose by 9.9% in 2023, while fresh fruit prices increased by 9.78%.
Cocoa and coffee prices rose by 8.77%, and wine prices increased by 9.18%.
While the inflation rate has slowed down, it is important to note that prices are still rising, just at a slower pace.
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