Retailers like Guardian and Watsons decided to lock the prices of certain items, while others like Popular bookstore have put up notices to inform customers of price changes.
to 8 per cent since Jan 1, some shops have accordingly updated their prices to reflect the increase.
In response to queries, a spokesperson said prices of more than 1,000 products across its stores did not change, but did not specify a period for this. Instead, Guardian said that it would"periodically review" prices to ensure its health and beauty essentials are kept affordable. “During this time, we ask for your understanding that there might be a slight variation between the shelf label and checkout prices of products. Should such a discrepancy occur, kindly refer to the checkout price,” it said.
Prices of items at supermarket chain Cold Storage and budget shop ValuDollar did not change when CNA visited before and after the new GST rate kicked in. Prices of goods such as Milo, crackers and eggs remained the same at the Cold Storage outlet at NEX, while prices of cleaning supplies and snacks at ValuDollar remained unchanged. Both did not respond to queries on whether prices of items will change soon.
Checks at a Watsons outlet found that prices of plasters, the Mopiko itch-relief ointment and a bottle of Listerine mouthwash remained the same before and after the GST increase.
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