Kazakhstan Sees Sharp Decline in Alcohol Sales as Prices Rise

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – Alcohol sales in Kazakhstan declined across three of four major beverage categories in January-August, with cognac sales down 41.9% and wine sales down 12% amid rising prices and shifting consumer spending patterns, according to the Bureau of National Statistics. Photo credit: AI created image/ The Astana Times Beer sales fell 5% year on year, while vodka sales rose 4.5%, suggesting a possible shift t

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