Indonesia’s inflation rises in August after five months of decline
The annual consumer price index rose markedly due to higher inflation in the transportation category, as well as food, beverages and tobacco.
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Philippine fuel prices to increase by up to P1.20 per litre starting Sept 5
The Department of Energy explained that the price increases would likely persist for a few more weeks as demand steadily grew while supply remained low.
House sets P2 billion aid to ease impact of rice price cap
The country’s biggest business organisation also appealed to consumers not to panic since there is enough supply of rice in the local market.
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Malaysia is not the only country facing a price hike in rice. Other key exporting countries, including Thailand and Vietnam, have seen prices going up by around 20 per cent.
Two panels formed to probe high egg, chicken prices in Bangladesh
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Global latex prices impact exports in first 7 months of 2023
Declining global latex prices resulted in a 10.9 per cent drop in value to $230 million from $257 million in Cambodia’s latex and rubber wood export revenue.
Surging fuel and energy costs are devastating the working-class and salaried households
Unable to cope with the rising cost of living that is exacerbating inequalities in society, many are ready to risk their lives to leave this country.
Inflation fears grow on high fuel costs
While inflation in Korea has been easing off this year, the Finance Ministry expects it to climb back, reaching the 3 per cent range before coming down again in October.
Thai rice price surges on India, Myanmar export bans
Traders are closely watching India's decision on which countries it will sell rice to, as this will impact global rice prices.
PM Kakar seeks plan for reduction in high electricity bills within 48 hours
A day earlier, protests were held in cities across the country, due to exorbitant electricity bills on the back of a significant increase in the national average tariff.