Diesel at Tk 135: depots raise handling charges 9.85%, launch and truck fares rise before government approval
The cost of moving goods is rising within a day of the fuel decision, and some operators have not waited for an official fare revision.
Money & Consumer
Personal finance, prices, consumer rights.
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Fuel price rise will lift inflation and weaken consumption, analysts say
A brokerage analysis and two economists expect the increase to fall hardest on households that spend most of their income on necessities.
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Fuel price hike expected to ripple through the economy; bus fares already up at Gabtoli
Experts warn the latest fuel price increase could rekindle inflation just as it had begun to ease, while analysts question the 25% tax take on diesel imports.
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Commerce minister pledges stronger year-round market monitoring to keep essential prices stable
Monitoring will be strengthened to ensure adequate supplies and stable prices throughout the year, not only during Ramadan, the minister said.