Azerbaijan.US
Prices of goods imported from Iran have increased in Azerbaijan, as supply disruptions and reduced cross-border flows begin to affect both retail markets and wholesale distribution centers.
Traders say that Iranian products, once widely available at relatively affordable prices, are now becoming scarce. As inventories shrink, prices are rising steadily, particularly for everyday consumer goods.
According to market participants, the slowdown in imports has had the strongest impact on staple items such as butter and rice, where demand remains high and alternative supply options are limited. As existing stocks are depleted, price growth has accelerated. A similar trend is observed in the segment of household chemicals and cleaning products, where assortment has narrowed and costs have increased.
Analysts warn that if supply chains are not restored in the near term, the current shortages could also trigger artificial price increases for locally produced goods, as reduced competition creates room for speculative pricing behavior.
Consumers are already adjusting their behavior. Some are cutting back on purchases, while others are switching to domestic or alternative imported products. However, such substitutions are not always available, especially in price-sensitive categories.
Experts note that further price increases cannot be ruled out if current conditions persist. At present, the situation largely depends on border throughput capacity and the level of internal stability in Iran, both of which remain uncertain.
When prices may stabilize remains unclear, leaving both consumers and retailers exposed to continued volatility in the near term.
