The impact of energy prices on the prices of products and services
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April 9, 2024
September 11, 2024
Abstract
The increasing energy prices constitute a significant factor affecting the operational costs of businesses and have an increasingly significant impact on the global economy. Examining this relationship is crucial for a better understanding of the complex market environment and providing the information necessary for rational decision-making by businesses and for shaping the macroeconomic policies of the state. The aim of this article is to analyze the impact of energy carrier prices on economic activity, as well as the prices of products and services. The study also aims to provide information necessary for decision-making by businesses and for shaping the macroeconomic policies of the state. The study is based on the results of a survey conducted in June 2023 among a sample of 96 businesses of various sizes representing many sectors of the economy. The study results indicate that the increase in energy prices translates into price increases for products and services offered by businesses. However, a significant finding is that initiating actions aimed at generating their own energy had no significant impact on the prices of offered goods and services. These findings have significant implications for both scientific research, as they enhance the understanding of the relationship between energy prices and economic activity, and for business practice, supporting energy cost management and energy transformation.
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