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UAE launches digital platform to track essential goods prices

April 19, 2026 / 6:23 PM
Ministry of Economy and Tourism
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Sharjah 24: The UAE Ministry of Economy and Tourism has launched the Essential Goods Prices Platform, enabling residents to compare prices of a wide range of products across the country and promote greater transparency in consumer markets.

Wide range of essential goods covered

The platform covers key consumer items including cooking oils, eggs, dairy products, rice, sugar, poultry, meat, fish, legumes, bread, wheat, water, fruits such as bananas, oranges and apples, as well as vegetables like cucumbers, tomatoes, potatoes, garlic and onions.

33 items monitored across major retail outlets

In its initial phase, the platform includes 33 items, divided into 17 essential consumer goods and 16 other essential products. Prices are tracked in real time across 12 major retail outlets nationwide, with minimum and maximum prices displayed for each outlet to help consumers compare prices easily between branches.

Smart tools to support better spending decisions

The platform allows consumers to create customised food baskets based on their needs and automatically directs them to the most cost-effective options, helping improve transparency and enable more efficient spending.

Strengthening consumer protection and market stability

His Excellency Abdullah bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Tourism and Chairman of the Higher Committee for Consumer Protection, said the UAE has built an advanced legislative and digital framework to protect consumer rights, ensuring a stable and secure consumer environment aligned with global best practices.

He added that the platform encourages competition among retailers, enhances price transparency, promotes market stability, and protects consumers’ purchasing power while supporting long-term economic sustainability.

Daily updates and real-time monitoring

The Ministry confirmed that price data will be updated daily through direct electronic integration with participating retail outlets, ensuring accurate and real-time monitoring of market activity.

Public urged to report price discrepancies

Consumers are encouraged to report any differences between platform prices and in-store prices by calling 8001222, as part of efforts to ensure compliance and maintain market transparency.

 

April 19, 2026 / 6:23 PM

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