Window shopping rises as middle-class spending slows in Jakarta


JAKARTA: As living costs rise and disposable income shrinks, many Jakartans are increasingly turning to malls not for shopping, but for strolling.

Window shopping, once considered a casual pastime, has become a meaningful part of urban life, offering comfort and even emotional relief amid economic pressure.

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