PRICE increases in food products were minimal, with the cost of 72 percent of basic and prime commodities (BNPCs) remaining unchanged as of mid-January, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) said in a statement.

"This positive trend underscores the effectiveness of the government's initiatives to stabilize prices and protect consumers from significant hikes," Trade Secretary Ma. Cristina Roque said.

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