29.10.2025 11:33
A citizen speaking at the market stated that it is possible to make ends meet despite the economic conditions, saying, "If you know how to manage, you can get by; if you put everything on credit, you can't make ends meet." The citizen, who mentioned that he spends 1000 lira a week, expressed that he can easily afford meat and other necessities.
In a street interview conducted at the market in İzmir, a citizen who was handed a microphone stated that despite rising prices, they are not experiencing financial difficulties and made striking remarks. "I am doing very well, if you know how to manage, you can get by. If you load everything onto a card, you can't make ends meet," said the citizen, who mentioned that their shopping habits help them maintain their budget.
"I BUY MEAT AND GROUND BEEF"
The citizen expressed that they meet their needs by spending 1000 lira weekly, saying, "I buy meat and ground beef. I go to the supermarket and markets, I buy everything I need," explaining their living standards.
SOCIAL MEDIA DIVIDED
The citizen's words quickly became a topic of discussion on social media, with some evaluating these statements as "not realistic," while others commented on them as an "example of frugal living."