NEW DELHI: Whether crumbled into morning tea, paired with an afternoon coffee, or stashed in a pantry for a quick sugar fix, cookies are a universal comfort food. Tracking the everyday cost of this simple, mass-market sweet across different global economies offers a fascinating look at household purchasing power, local manufacturing, and snacking habits.
India
A standard 100 gm pack of cookies costs about Rs 30. Mass-produced local brands dominate supermarket shelves, keeping snack options exceptionally affordable.
>United Kingdom
A typical packet of cookies averages Rs 210 (£1.90). Branded and store-label chocolate chip or shortbread varieties enjoy steady demand.
>United States
A standard pack of cookies averages Rs 380 ($4.50). Widely available, staple cookie brands remain affordable.
>West Asia
A typical packaged cookie product costs approximately Rs 340. Imported brands and regional favourites maintain high-volume sales.
>Africa
A standard pack of cookies averages about Rs 120. Ranging from affordable staples to imported brands, cookies serve as an accessible everyday snack.
>Singapore
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A standard imported or local cookie pack averages Rs 310 (SGD 5.00). Urban grocery stores feature a mix of regional favourites and Western brands.
>Brazil
A standard packet of cookies averages Rs 150 (BRL 9.50). Ubiquitous across neighbourhood shops and supermarkets, these are a daily fixture.
>China
A popular pack of retail cookies costs approximately Rs 180 (CNY 15). Domestic snack brands and e-commerce platforms drive high-frequency digital purchases.
>Russia
A typical retail pack of cookies averages about Rs 190 (RUB 210). Traditional tea-drinking culture keeps diverse varieties of cookies in high demand.
