JAKARTA - Ahead of the Chinese New Year celebration, the prices of a number of staple goods at the Santa Market, South Jakarta, have begun to show an increase. Commodities such as chili and beef have been recorded to have adjusted prices in recent days.
One of the traders, Maulida, said the price of sweet peas now touched Rp120 thousand per kilogram (kg), up from the previous Rp100 thousand per kg.
"The price of red chili is now reaching Rp. 120 thousand per kilogram (kg) from the previous Rp. 100 thousand per kg," said Maulida when met at the Jakarta Santa Market, Sunday.
According to him, the increase began to be felt as the activity of people's shopping increased, preparing for the celebration needs.
In addition to red chilies, red onions are sold in the range of Rp. 65 thousand per kg, while garlic is around Rp. 50 thousand per kg.
Maulida assessed that the fluctuation in the price of kitchen ingredients ahead of a big day is a common thing because demand usually increases, especially from residents who start stocking food for family events.
Consumers continue to shop because cooking needs also increase. "Usually many people buy for family events or special cooking," he said.
The price increase also occurred in beef commodities. A meat trader at the Santa Market, Mr. Eman, said that the current price of meat ranges from IDR 120 thousand to IDR 135 thousand per kg, depending on the type and part of the meat.
"Certain parts such as the hock or the cow's feet are among the most sought after by buyers because they are commonly used for typical cooking such as rendang," he said.
He added that the price of meat at his stall was relatively more affordable compared to a number of other locations that could penetrate Rp. 140 thousand per kg.
Meat demand is expected to continue to increase not only ahead of Chinese New Year, but also approaching Ramadan and the munggahan tradition that is often carried out by the community.
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