It's no secret that the ruble depreciated on March 9th. The reason is the collapse in oil prices. Experts say that further dynamics of the national currency will depend not only on the level of production of "black gold" in Russia, but also on the epidemic of coronavirus.
You can talk about the problems of the state as much as you like. Ordinary people who are far from politics are much more concerned with the question: “How will an unstable economic situation affect prices?” If you are also worried about this, pay attention to our rating of goods that will rise in price due to the depreciation of the ruble in the near future.
Medicines
Medicines and medical equipment are at risk. Here prices can soar by 30%. We are talking about the means in the manufacture of which imported substances are used. The Association of Russian Pharmaceutical Manufacturers said that 80% of all drugs in Russia are made on their basis. The cost of domestic drugs will increase by 10 - 15%.
The worst thing is that some drugs may even disappear from pharmacies. However, the government has promised that the changes will not affect vital medicines. Authorities tried to reassure citizens, recalling that the cost of such drugs is regulated by the state. But the medical equipment will go up significantly. If your tonometer or inhaler is broken, do not postpone the purchase “for later”, go to the pharmacy in the near future.
Household appliances and electronics
Of course, gadgets, electronics and imported household appliances will increase in price. Indicative figures - from 20 to 35%. Leading analysts say that sharp jumps in prices in this industry are not expected, the cost will increase gradually. While consumers may not worry, there is a large amount of equipment in the warehouses of stores, but in six months the situation will change. It is worth noting that already now there are some problems with the supply of goods and components from abroad. The reason is the epidemic of coronavirus.
It has also become a big problem that it is now almost impossible to order electronics from Ali-Express, and this is hardly the most popular trading platform with Russians. Although good Chinese smartphones can be purchased even in Russian stores.
Clothes and shoes
The same numbers (from 20 to 35%) are announced for the light industry. A lot of clothes and shoes were brought from China. What is there to hide, more than half of the population of our country dresses according to the principle of "cheap and cheerful." So now for one thing you have to pay a third more. A similar situation will occur in the market of children's goods, and not only wardrobe items, but also toys will rise in price.
Non-food products are highly dependent on imports. For example, the president of Finn Flare, Ksenia Ryasova, calls the figure 20%. Estimated price increases will occur by summer. Also this year, one should not expect generous promotions and global sales.
Food
Even during the sanctions, people learned to do without "overseas dishes." As it turned out, the country's population can live without American grapes and European shrimp. In 2019, the share of imported products amounted to 25% (for comparison, in 2013 it was 36%). Salt, sugar, cereals, bread, dairy products - here everything will remain at the same level. Representatives of the largest retail chains said that while suppliers did not contact them on the issue of increasing costs. If prices continue to rise, then very slowly. However, they are constantly increasing, so no one will notice the difference. However, lovers of imported alcohol, chocolate, tea and coffee should be prepared - their cost will increase significantly.
Interesting fact. But in cafes and restaurants, food will rise in price by 10%. Most of these establishments cooperate exclusively with domestic suppliers of products, but the latter can not do without imported goods. For example, this group includes seeds and fertilizers.
Cars
But in the car market everything is much sadder. The unstable economic situation has caused confusion for car owners. The forecasts are disappointing - they indicate a rapid increase in prices. Foreign cars will skyrocket in price. Fans of the domestic auto industry can also not rejoice - even “Lada” will rise in price. Cars are produced on imported equipment, they use components from abroad. Do not rely on "stocks", even those cars that are already on display in the salons can rise in price. These prices were set on much more favorable forecasts.
Analyst Aleksey Korenev called these figures: 3 - 6%, if it is possible to achieve the strengthening of the national currency (up to 70 rubles per dollar). Otherwise, the increase in car prices may exceed 10%. Moreover, he does not deny that companies can take advantage of the situation with the goal of profit.
The only way out for those wishing to purchase an iron horse can be popular used cars, the price of which will begin to rise with a delay.
But as they say "there is no silver lining." Domestic manufacturers of special equipment (agricultural, road, utility) will be out of competition. This will favorably affect the work of Russian engineering plants.
The property
The fall of the ruble will affect the value of real estate. First, an increase in prices on the market for new buildings is expected (up to 10%), followed by an increase in the cost of secondary housing. A pessimistic forecast (if oil costs less than $ 20 per barrel) - 20%. For ordinary people, this is a very substantial amount. A jump in the exchange rate often becomes the reason that pushes people to make rash purchases. They are in a hurry to invest their money so as not to lose it. The easiest way to save money is to buy an apartment. Demand is rising, prices are rising. Against the background of all these events, mortgage rates may increase. So if you are planning to purchase a home, do it now.
Travels
Ahead of summer, the holiday season. But will everyone be able to soak up the warm sand and see the sea? Travel packages have already risen in price. Their value is formed not in rubles, but in currency. Tourists usually buy tickets at the rate that is set on the day of payment. Another boom has begun, future travelers are in a hurry to pay for their vacation. The best countries to visit in 2020 risk being left without Russian tourists.
But what about the Russian south? Crimea? Is there any way to relax at least there?
There are no forecasts in this regard yet. Just if you recall the situation that occurred in 2016, all questions will disappear by themselves. The inaccessibility of Egyptian and Turkish resorts led to a large influx of tourists to the peninsula, as a result of which prices rose by almost a third. It is possible that the situation will happen again.
