Don’t raise prices with EPF withdrawal, traders warned

Close watch: Alexander (in white) with enforcement officers checking on the supply and prices of essential goods at a supermarket in Labuan. — Bernama

PETALING JAYA: Traders are warned not to hike the prices of basic essentials following the disbursement of the special Employees Provident Fund withdrawal of up to RM10,000.

Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs Minister Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi said it would continue to monitor the prices of essential items at all levels of retail across the country.