The Department of Trade Industry (DTI) is closely watching cement prices nationwide amid reports of producers’ attempts to increase their rates despite adequate supply.

Victorio Mario Dimagiba, DTI undersecretary for consumer protection, told reporters on Wednesday that cement firms tried to raise prices early in February, but stiff competition among producers prevented the increase.

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