Bolivia cost-of-living squeeze curbs consumption, pressures informal sector

Rising product and transport prices in Bolivia are forcing households to cut non-essential spending and adjust purchases, while informal businesses face a choice between raising prices or losing sales. The report from El Deber indicates a broad consumption slowdown driven by inflation, though specific data is lacking. This matters as it signals weakening domestic demand and potential social strain in a fragile economy.

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