The price of the basic food basket in Rio Branco dropped by 17.64% over three months, now costing R$ 583.79, according to a study by the Federation of Commerce of Goods, Services, and Tourism of the State of Acre.
The cost of the basic food basket in Rio Branco has experienced a significant decrease of 17.64% from November 2025 to February 2026, reaching a total of R$ 583.79 for low-income families. This reduction was primarily influenced by drops in essential commodities, notably beef, which saw a 27.67% price decrease during the three-month period. According to a recent study conducted by the Federation of Commerce of Goods, Services, and Tourism of Acre (Fecomércio-AC), the average basket price was recorded at R$ 708.85 in early November, with key items such as coffee, bread, and oil contributing to the earlier higher costs.
