Already 82 hryvnias: prices for sunflower oil, bread, and buckwheat have soared in Ukraine.

Prices for basic food products in Ukraine have increased, particularly for sunflower oil, bread, and buckwheat. This was reported by the Minfin portal.

Basic food products are an important part of the daily diet of Ukrainians; therefore, any changes in their prices directly affect the family budgets of millions of households. It is especially important to monitor the prices of such products as sunflower oil, bread, and cereals, which are popular in every Ukrainian family.

According to the latest data, in April 2025, a significant increase in prices for these basic products was observed compared to March. Sunflower oil, wheat bread, and buckwheat continue to rise in price, which worries consumers.

Prices for buckwheat, oil, bread, price increase of products.

The cost of popular brands of sunflower oil, 'Oleina' and 'Shchedry Dar', has increased by an average of 1-2 hryvnias per bottle of 850 ml. For example, the price of 'Oleina' oil changed from 78.36 UAH in March to 79.82 UAH in April. 'Shchedry Dar' oil increased in price from 79.92 UAH to 80.66 UAH. The best prices for sunflower oil are observed at Novus supermarket, where 'Oleina' costs 74.99 UAH.

Prices for wheat bread also continue to rise. The average price of sliced wheat bread weighing 650 g increased from 40.48 UAH in March to 43.49 UAH in April. 'Tsar Khlib' sliced bread weighing 600 g increased in price from 42.62 UAH to 44.10 UAH. This increase in bread prices is particularly felt by low-income segments of the population.

The situation with buckwheat is also concerning. The average price per kilogram of buckwheat has hardly changed, increasing by only 0.01 UAH, moving from 34.24 UAH in March to 34.25 UAH in April. However, the price difference between retail chains forces consumers to be more careful when choosing a place to buy. For example, in Auchan, a kilogram of buckwheat can be purchased for 29.90 UAH, while in Megamarket, the cost reaches 43.20 UAH.

Excise taxes on tobacco products have also risen sharply.

Analysis

According to data from the Minfin portal, prices for basic food products in Ukraine have increased. Among them, the most noticeable rise has been observed in sunflower oil, wheat bread, and buckwheat. This may have a negative impact on the family budgets of millions of households. The situation is especially important for low-income segments of the population, who feel the price increases acutely. The continuing increase in food prices in Ukraine requires attention and the search for possible solutions to alleviate the financial burden on the population.