Consumer Council released its latest 'Supermarket Price Survey Report' and specific price survey report on canned foods. In comparison with last month's data, the latest 'Supermarket Price Survey Report' shows price increase in almost half of the total 252 products surveyed; the specific price survey report on canned foods also shows obvious price increase in 'Narcissus Brand Spiced Pork Cubes (142g)'. The current 'Supermarket Price Survey Report' was conducted on 17th August, surveying over 250 product samples from 14 retail spots. In comparison with last month's figures, among the surveyed product samples, 120 samples recorded increase in prices and 63 items remained unchanged. Obvious increases in average price were observed in cooking oil and canned food products: half of the 21 surveyed cooking oil products recorded price increase of less than 1% to over 10%. For canned foods, both 'Supermarket Price Survey Report' and the specific price survey report on canned foods reflect price increases in most brands. Average prices of 'Campbells' Cream of Chicken (305g)' and 'Narcissus Brand Spiced Pork Cubes (142g)' have increased by over 18% and 25% respectively. 'Narcissus Brand Spiced Pork Cubes (142g)' also recorded obvious price increases from 13% to 40% in different retail spots in the specific price survey report. Further, price difference of 'Porthos Sardines in Olive Oil (125g)' selling in different outlets amounted to over 53%. Consumers are advised to check with the above mentioned reports for the most updated price. Consumer Council has optimized its website with regard to the online search of data on its 'Supermarket Price Survey Report' and specific price survey report. Consumers can choose the items of their interest and use our online search function to interactively compare the retail prices of their chosen items at various retail outlets. The latest 'Supermarket Price Survey Report' and specific price survey report on canned foods are now accessible on the Council's website (www.consumer.gov.mo). Reports are also available free of charge at the offices of Consumer Council, IACM's Iao Hon and S. Domingos Markets, bookstores and libraries. Consumers may also access the resources through WAP channels on their mobile phones. For inquiries, please call 8988 9315
