The cost of basic food for a typical Venezuelan family has risen sharply, exceeding $772 in May, according to Cendas, a research center affiliated with the teachers' union. This represents a significant increase of 14.5% for the month. The “Familial Food Basket” is a key indicator of consumer price trends in Venezuela, which has been grappling with a prolonged economic and humanitarian crisis. The continued rise in food prices underscores the deepening economic challenges faced by Venezuelan households. Cendas regularly monitors and reports on the cost of essential goods. The report was published by EL NACIONAL, a Venezuelan news outlet. This latest increase further erodes purchasing power for many Venezuelans.