The line graph presents the changes in the percentage of household expenditures on various categories—food, leisure, clothing, transport, and energy—in a European country over a period from 1960 to 2000.
Overall, the data reveals a significant decrease in the proportion of spending on food and clothing, while transport expenses increased. Energy and leisure maintained a stable expenditure rate, indicating shifts in economic behavior and consumer preferences in this European country during the 40 years.
Initially, in 1960, the most significant share of expenses was for food, accounting for approximately 32% of household spending. This category showed a steady decline over the four decades, reducing to about 18% by the year 2000. In contrast, spending on transport displayed an upward trend, starting from just below 10% and increasing to around 13% by the end of the period.
Expenditure on clothing also demonstrated a declining pattern, beginning at roughly 12% and falling to near 6%. Meanwhile, leisure expenses, which started at about 13%, decreased slightly to just below 10%, showing minor fluctuations but largely maintaining a consistent share of spending. Energy costs were the most stable, with minimal changes around 5% throughout the period.