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Brazilian consumer protection agency reports
Overview
Consumer protection agencies in Brazil have reported various issues related to rising costs and environmental conditions. In Maceió, Procon Maceió mandated cooling measures for a supermarket chain following complaints about extreme heat and a lack of air conditioning. The agency also noted an increase in basic food basket prices, with significant rises in items such as ground coffee and cassava flour.
In Goiás, Procon Goiás identified substantial price fluctuations for climate control products, including fans and air conditioning units, during a period of heat and low humidity. Investigations revealed price variations for identical items exceeding 134% in certain areas.
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Timeline
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10 days ago
[BUSINESS] 2 sourcesProcon Goiás reports high price variations for climate control productsProcon Goiás reports price variations of up to 134% for air conditioners and cooling devices amid rising demand due to heatwaves.
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26 days ago
[BUSINESS] 2 sourcesProcon Maceió mandates cooling measures and reports rising food costsProcon Maceió has ordered a supermarket to install emergency cooling measures due to extreme heat and reported a 7.62% increase in the cost of the basic food basket in its latest price survey.
Sources
brasilemfolhas.com.br · portalnoticiasgoias.com.br