9 Kind Shops That Are ‘Absorbing’ GST So You Don’t Have To Pay More
Looks like you might be still be able to afford a new smartphone or Swedish furniture, for now.
Ps: This is only part 1 of our list of 'GST-free' shops.
Cover image via derpicdn.net1. Ikea
2. Mydin
In line with its "Harga Tak Naik" campaign, Mydin will be absorbing the GST for the month of April to maintain the price levels for consumers. They are achieving this by foregoing some of its profits, rebates for suppliers, and through refunds of the sales and services tax from the government.
3. Mr DIY
4. McDonald's
The pricing on McDonald's menu will remain the same as the GST has replaced the existing 6% government services tax which consumers was already paying for. Besides that, the fast food giant will be absorbing the GST for selected menu items as part of its All-Day value initiative. For example, the Filet-O-Fish and Double Cheeseburger Extra Value Meals are priced at RM7.95 inclusive of GST.
