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The statistics around Turkey's economy are startling. In 2021, a simple combo lunch deal cost around 28 Turkish Lira (LRA), equivalent to approximately $2.80. Fast forward to today, that same meal now costs upwards of 400 LRA, translating to about $10 to $15. Even more alarming is the steep rise in rent prices, which have reportedly tripled in some urban areas, leaving many locals grappling with financial insecurity.