Skopje, 7 July 2023 (MIA) -  The average family of four in North Macedonia needed 48,543 denars to cover minimal living expenses in June 2023, according to the Federation of Trade Unions of Macedonia. 

According to the Unions, although a slight drop was observed in the value of the consumer basket in June, basic monthly food costs have increased.

19,805 denars were needed to cover basic monthly food costs and 13,416 denars to cover basic monthly utilities.The minimal cost of personal hygiene items and household cleaning products was approximately 3,252 denars. Minimal transportation costs amounted to 3,720 denars.  

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