economy
May 6, 2026
ANSA: Venezuelans buy groceries up to four times a week
ANSA assured that Venezuelans have abandoned bi-weekly or monthly shopping and now stock up between three and four times a week.
TL;DR
- Venezuelans have shifted from bi-weekly/monthly shopping to 3-4 shopping trips per week.
- This change is driven by income variations and the need to adjust spending.
- Consumers are now categorized into four types: defensive, rationalizing, adaptive, and aspirational.
- Proteins are the top priority, followed by basic foods, sauces, vegetables, fruits, cleaning supplies, and impulse items.
- Purchases of pet products have increased.
- 60% of consumers prefer traditional stores (bodegas, abastos), while 40% use supermarkets.