Fears grow over rising cost of goods

Consumers across the country are worried about the rising cost of goods as global energy prices and supply chains have been hit by the war in the Middle East, pushing up prices for everyday necessities.

- CHAKRAPAN NATANRI PRASIT TANGPRASERT MONGKOL BANGPRAPA

Consumers across the country are worried about the rising cost of goods as global energy prices and supply chains have been hit by the war in the Middle East, pushing up prices for everyday necessities.

Residents in several provinces say the cost of living has climbed steadily in recent weeks, with higher prices reported for dried foods and household goods. The hike in prices is being attributed to rising energy costs, raw material prices and transport expenses worldwide.

Many households, particularly low-income families and small traders, say the higher cost of living is beginning to strain their budgets.