Hyper inflation in Venezuela 2018 worsens
Currently, there is hyperinflation in Venezuela (82,700% in July 2018) and here is an update on how much you need to purchase basic commodities:
Venezuela is currently undertaking currency overhaul which will see 5 zeros removed from prices of goods. This is in response to the current hyper-inflation that has led to worthless currency.
President Nicholas Maduro had announced that the overhaul took place on Monday (yesterday). This created panic among consumers who rushed to the markets and shops to purchase food stuff before the planned overhaul.
In order to purchase a tissue paper for your toilet in Venezuela, below is a picture of how much money you need:
Meanwhile president Maduro believes that Venezuela is a victim of ‘economic wars’ by its enemies. However, his critics have claimed that the economic collapse was caused by the failed socialist policies and money printing.
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