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. Beer sales fell 5% year on year, while vodka sales rose 4.5%, suggesting a… The post Kazakhstan Sees Sharp Decline in Alcohol Sales as Prices Rise appeared first on The Astana Times .