Bangladesh, Oct. 24 -- Bottled soybean oil remained scarce in retail shops while chicken prices continue to rise in the kitchen markets of the capital, raising concerns of the consumers.Read Economics

Retailers in several city markets said supplies of bottled soybean oil were insufficient to meet the demand, while low-profit margins and cash-payment requirements were discouraging small shopkeepers from selling the packaged product.

Meanwhile, broiler and Sonali chicken prices have increased over the past week amid the rising demand during the Durga Puja holidays.

Market visits on Friday found that consumers were struggling to cope with the high cost of the essential food items, daily necessities, and uneven supplies.

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