As the summer heat begins to subside, many residents in the city are bracing themselves for the annual August price hike, a phenomenon that has become synonymous with the month. However, a new report is sparking debate about whether the city's cost of living is truly on the rise, or if it's just a case of seasonal inflation. With prices at local shops and restaurants already reaching record highs, consumers are eager to know if they can expect a further increase in the coming weeks. Will the city's economy continue to buck the national trend, or will prices finally start to stabilize?
The city is no stranger to complaints about soaring prices during August - but are costs on the rise?
