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Israeli Stores Show Up To 2X Price Differences On Basic Goods
An analysis of 40 basic products in Israeli stores revealed price differences of up to double between different retail chains, with a median gap of 38%. Specific items like Bamba snacks and Osem pasta showed significant price variations across chains such as Osher Ad, Super Yuda, and Shufersal.
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- 01Israeli retail chains show price differences of up to double on identical basic consumer goods.
- 02A median price difference of 38% was found across 40 popular items, with some exceeding 50%.
- 03Popular snacks like Bamba varied from 3.90 shekels at Osher Ad to 7.90 shekels at Super Yuda.
- 04Price disparities exist within cities, with a bottle of Osem ketchup costing 10.90 to 18.40 shekels in Rehovot.
- 05Many advertised discounts require membership, coupons, or specific payment methods to be valid.
- 06Final prices at checkout may differ from displayed prices, according to experts.
These price discrepancies were observed both regionally and within cities. The study also found that many advertised discounts come with strict conditions, and final prices can differ from those displayed.
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