Food getting pricier at Ramadan bazaars


KUALA LUMPUR: As Muslims and non-Muslims alike flock to Ramadan bazaars in search of buka puasa delicacies, stall operators can look forward to reaping a handsome profit.

Unfortunately, many traders are beginning to regard these bazaars as a veritable goldmine, often marking up the prices of their foodstuffs by ridiculously high amounts in an effort to rake in excessive profits.

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RM 13.90/month

RM 11.12/month

Billed as RM 11.12 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

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Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 9.87/month

Billed as RM 118.40 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

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