Dire domino effect on businesses from tariff hike


PETALING JAYA: The hike in electricity tariff for commercial users since January has led to rising hotel room prices and is squeezing margins for other businesses that are unable to pass the cost on to their customers, say business groups.

Malaysian Association of Themepark & Family Attractions (Matfa) president Tan Sri Richard Koh said three months after the tariff hike, the prospect for theme parks, amusement parks and other attractions is not so good.

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