The Chamber of Commerce and Industry presented a study by economist Olivier Sudrie on price formation in Martinique. This specialist in the economy of overseas territories has identified a chain of factors which contribute to the high cost of living on our territory, as well as three levers which, activated at the same time, might halve the price differential between our island and France, i.e. a 14% drop in prices including VAT.
Three levers to fight the high cost of living
written by Alexandra Hartman Editor-in-Chief
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Alexandra Hartman Editor-in-Chief
Editor-in-Chief Prize-winning journalist with over 20 years of international news experience. Alexandra leads the editorial team, ensuring every story meets the highest standards of accuracy and journalistic integrity.