Prices of basic goods steady for now-DTI

MANUFACTURERS have committed to keep prices of essential goods unchanged for at least 30 days, with some pledging to hold the line for up to 60 days, amid pressures from global fuel costs.

- By Bless Aubrey Ogerio

The assurance was made during a March 16 meeting convened by Trade Secretary Ma. Cristina Roque with 21 manufacturers of such commodities as canned sardines, bread, bottled water, instant noodles, coffee, canned meat, soap and candles.

These include canned sardine brands such as Unipak, 555, Ligo, Lucky 7, Fresca, Morjon, Golden Town and Mega; bread products like Pinoy Tasty and Pinoy Pandesal; bottled water brands Wilkins and Nature’s Spring; and household items such as Safeguard Pure White, Tide Bar Original Scent and Green Cross Pure White.