Higher prices, poorer quality: Inflation weighs heavily on Middle East shoppers – The National

Higher prices, poorer quality: Inflation weighs heavily on Middle East shoppers – The National

Two-thirds of shoppers plan to tighten their belts due to the rising cost of key goods, a survey has found.

A PwC poll found rising prices for household goods were the top concern for 40 per cent of respondents in Egypt, 35 per cent in Saudi Arabia and 28 per cent in the UAE.

The auditing company found reduced product quality, higher prices for basics and long delivery times on online goods were key trends.