All posts tagged "inflation"
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109Wheat News in EnglishNo plan to cut import duty on wheat: Govt
The government maintains current wheat import duties, citing ample 30.23 MT FCI stock surpassing the 27.58 MT buffer. Despite concerns over prices,...
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120Edible Oil News in EnglishTackling sticky food inflation, reining in PDS costs top food minister’s agenda
As Pralhad Joshi assumes office as the new Food Minister, he faces the challenge of curbing food inflation, which hit 8.7% in...
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114Edible Oil News in EnglishPalm opens lower on weaker crude oil prices, rival oils
KUALA LUMPUR, May 30 (Reuters) - Malaysian palm oil futures fell on Thursday, with the benchmark palm oil contract FCPOc3 for August...
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99Edible Oil News in EnglishEdible oil manufacturers warn of steep price hikes over proposed tax increase
Kenyans brace for tough times ahead as MPs consider a 25% increase in excise duty, potentially causing a surge in basic commodity...
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100Rice News in EnglishDA: Lower tariffs to slash rice prices by P5
The Philippine government considers further reducing rice tariffs to 15-20%, aiming to slash retail prices by P4-5 per kilo. Finance officials anticipate...
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112Rice News in EnglishRice tariff reduction cost less than P10B
Senior Finance department officials propose lowering rice tariffs to curb inflation and reduce rice prices. Estimated revenue loss: less than P10 billion....
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120Wheat News in EnglishAgriculture: The wheat procurement conundrum
The country's inflation is expected to drop to 15% due to decreased wheat prices. Importing 3.5 million tonnes contributed to easing inflation....
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113Edible Oil News in EnglishPrices hit the poor
As commodity prices soar, families like Zainab Alvi's, dependent on a meager income, face mounting pressure. With essentials like onions, potatoes, and...
