Financial expert reveals: Annual balance sheet for 2022 from the consumer advice center shows rush and financial problems due to increased energy prices and inflation

Financial expert reveals: Annual balance sheet for 2022 from the consumer advice center shows rush and financial problems due to increased energy prices and inflation

According to a report from www.wuppertaler-rundschau.de,

The consumer advice center in Wuppertal experienced a real rush of people seeking advice in 2022. This rush was due in particular to high energy prices and increased inflation as a result of the Russian war of aggression. Consumers felt burdened and unsettled, which led to more than 10,000 people seeking advice turning to the consumer advice center. The often unpredictable developments regarding energy supplies and supply bottlenecks led to a large number of inquiries and concerns among consumers.

The consumer advice center responded to the increased demand with various measures, such as online group consultations, video chat consultations and continuously updated information on its website. They offered advice on topics such as energy law, energy saving, payment problems, travel law and financial issues. In addition, the consumer advice center explained the risks of fraudulent internet providers and the rights of consumers in connection with delivery bottlenecks.

Increased energy prices led to consumers increasingly looking for ways to reduce their energy consumption and invest in renewable energy. There was also increased demand for the topic of sustainable consumption and the avoidance of plastic waste.

Overall, the increased number of people seeking advice shows that the effects of increased energy prices and supply bottlenecks are placing a significant burden on consumers. The consumer advice center was required to offer qualified and timely advice to support consumers during this difficult time.