In an oped, a writer says Malaysian consumers are grappling with daily price hikes, with even long-shelved products suddenly carrying inflated tags. Retailers and manufacturers seem unchecked, and government intervention appears ineffective. The burden disproportionately affects the B40 and M40 groups, compounded by the festive season driving higher spending and further inflation. Floods and bad weather worsen the situation, driving up prices of essentials like vegetables and fish. Critics argue local profiteering, not global conflicts, fuels these spikes. Consumers face deceptive practices like smaller portions and inflated packaging. Calls grow for government action, including strict price controls, mandatory price displays, and itemized billing to protect consumers. – Read full OpED
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