United Public Business Confederation has released the Hunger-Poverty Survey for September, which focuses on the food and non-food expenses required for a family of four in Ankara to maintain a balanced and healthy diet. The research reveals that the hunger limit for a family of four in September 2023 will increase from 13,701 lira to 14,542 lira. Additionally, the poverty line, which represents the total expenses necessary for a family of four to live with human dignity and without deprivation, has risen to 41,651 lira.
Compared to the previous month, the hunger limit has increased by 841 lira in September, while the non-food expenses have increased by 5,537 lira, reaching a total of 27,109 lira. Consequently, the poverty line has increased by 3,378 lira compared to the previous month.
In comparison to the same period last year, the hunger limit has increased by 6,875 lira, and the non-food expenses have risen by 12,399 lira. Ultimately, the poverty line has increased by a total of 19,274 lira over the past year.
The research highlights that the accelerating price increases, particularly in food, transportation, and shelter sectors, pose an increasing risk of hunger and poverty.
Specific ESG Risks deduced from the article:
– Affordability of essential food items
– Rising cost of living
– Increasing risk of hunger and poverty
Groups of affected or vulnerable people:
– Families of four in Ankara
– Low-income households
List of companies mentioned and their roles in regards to the ESG Risk (if applicable):
– No companies mentioned
Affected or relevant sectors:
– Food and agriculture
– Retail
– Transportation
– Housing
List of keywords:
– Hunger-Poverty Survey
– Balanced and healthy diet
– Hunger limit
– Poverty line
– Non-food expenses
– Price increases
– Affordability
– Risk of hunger and poverty
– Cost of living
– Low-income households
– Essential food items
– Cost of meat, fish, and eggs
– Dried legumes
– Dairy products
– Fruits and vegetables
– Bread, flour, and pasta
– Rice and bulgur
– Oil
– Sugar, honey, molasses, and jam
– Olives
– Adult men, women, and children
– Clothing and shoe expenditures
– Accommodation
– Household goods
– Health expenditures
– Transportation
– Communication
– Entertainment and culture
– Education
– Holiday-hotel expenditures
– Various goods and services.