Internet fees, both landline and mobile, will be factored into inflation calculation next year, according to a Commerce Ministry official. In addition to the internet fees, ready-to-eat food will also be included to reflect people's changing lifestyles. The prices of the new items will be shown in the calculation in January, she said. Besides, existing items in the basket will be reviewed and the number whittled down to 300 from 450 now. "So far, data have been collected in 43 provinces and all 77 provinces should be covered early next year, " she said.

Source: Bangkok Post November 06, 2016 06:53 UTC