It is sometimes interesting to see how fast situations change. When oil was hitting over US$150 a barrel, the world economy braced itself for soaring inflation rates but with the crisis, inflation seems to be on a downward trend with the Government now telling restaurants to decrease their prices of Milo!
Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs Minister Datuk Shahrir Abdul Samad said that since Nestle (Malaysia) has lowered the price of Milo and Milo UHT promotion packs by between 6.4% and 8.6% from Feb 16, restaurant operators should follow suit. (source)
Do you think its a good move? Read below on how you can save on drinks outside instead!
Personally, I think this is a positive move as coffeeshops and restaurants everywhere tend to jack up their drinks prices, charging even up to RM2 or more for a cup of iced Milo! And since a tin of Milo does not cost all that much, imagine their profit margins on every cup of Milo sold!
Do you think coffeeshops and restaurants should reduce their Milo prices! Have your say below!
However, if you really want savings the next time you eat out, take advantage of these smart tips for saving on drinks outside!
February 24th, 2009 at 10:17 am
the best way is to bring a bottle of any drinks you want along with you
from home, to have a nice meal outside
February 27th, 2009 at 11:03 am
Hi Lisa – I totally agree! Unfortunately there are some really terrible coffee shops that charge you if you don’t order drinks from them!