The line graph illustrates the price of bananas in Japan, France, Germany, and the USA between 1994 and 2004, measured in US dollars per kilogram.
Overall, Japan consistently recorded the highest banana prices, despite significant fluctuations, while France showed moderate variation. In contrast, the USA and Germany experienced relatively stable and lower prices throughout the period.
In Japan, the cost of bananas began at 1.90 dollars per kilogram in 1994 and reached a peak of 3 dollars in 1995. Following this sharp increase, prices declined to 2 dollars in 1996 and fluctuated modestly before hitting a low of 1.60 dollars in 2001. However, by 2004, banana prices had recovered, ending the period at approximately 2.50 dollars per kilogram. Meanwhile, France exhibited a steadier trend, with prices rising gradually from 1.60 dollars in 1994 to 1.90 dollars in 1997. After a period of volatility, the price ultimately stabilized at around 1.70 dollars in 2004.
On the other hand, Germany experienced a downward trend, starting at 1.50 dollars in 1994 and falling gradually to 1.20 dollars by 2002, where it remained unchanged until the end of the period. Similarly, the USA displayed remarkable stability, with prices fluctuating within a narrow range. Beginning at 1 dollar in 1994, the price rose slightly to 1.10 dollars in 1995 and remained consistent over the following years.