An Iranian news channel reports that classified ads websites in Iran, previously focused on real estate and vehicle sales, now feature ads for selling used hair, shoes, and renting laptops by the hour. According to the report, some renters seek laptops for basic tasks like typing documents or attending online classes, highlighting the severity of the economic downturn.
The source covering Iran reports that the country's classified ads websites — long dominated by listings for cars and apartments — are now being used to sell used shoes, natural hair, and rent laptops by the hour. The channel notes that some laptop renters require the device only for basic tasks such as drafting a document, attending an online class, or registering for a service, underscoring the erosion of purchasing power among ordinary Iranians.
The report comes against the backdrop of severe economic strain. Official data from the Statistical Center of Iran, as The Zioneer reported on June 30, showed annual inflation at 88.6% and food prices surging 134.6%. Meat prices had risen 178% over the previous year, and rural inflation exceeded 100%. The emergence of a market for second-hand personal items and short-term laptop rentals is a further indicator of the crisis's reach into daily life.
The report is based on a single source and has not been independently verified. It reflects a pattern of growing economic hardship that has been documented by multiple outlets in recent months, including reports of power outages, internet disruptions, and the IRGC's exploitation of infrastructure challenges.
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