Crowds at Ramadan bazaars undeterred by higher prices
PETALING JAYA: Rising prices do not appear to have deterred crowds from flocking to the annual Ramadan bazaars in and around the Klang Valley.
Faizal Hashimi, who visits the Ramadan bazaar in Kampung Baru, Kuala Lumpur, every year, said he was willing to fork out more for his favourite festive treats.
“Last year, a drink cost around RM3, but I see that it’s gone up to RM4 now.
“Clearly, prices have gone up. My trader friends tell me they have had to raise their prices due to the increase in sales and service tax from 6% to 8%. So, as customers, we need to understand,” he told FMT.
Another customer, Devan Thiran Barathan, noted that the price of roti john has shot up to RM10 from RM8 last year, but said he was still willing to pay as long as the quality had been maintained.
“There has definitely been a price…
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