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Hawkers raise prices by up to S$1 as Middle East conflict fuels higher energy, ingredient costs

 13/04/2026 2 Views
Hawkers raise prices by up to S as Middle East conflict fuels higher energy, ingredient costs


RISING COSTS

At Chinatown Complex Food Centre, Singapore’s largest hawker centre, more than 220 vendors have been feeling the strain over the past month. 

Operating costs have climbed by another 10 per cent, while higher delivery fees – driven by fuel surcharges – are further squeezing margins, said Mr Cornelius Tan, chairman of the Chinatown Complex Hawkers’ Association. 

The association said authorities have asked to be alerted if gas prices spike significantly. 

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