I think you are right. I have been noticing price increases all over the place, from local to imported items. Here it is seems much less controlled, than in Europe for example. Basically individual shops choose the price they want to display. I don't know if it has to do with the asian games, but judging by a similar trend I saw in bahrain when the gulf war broke out (and insurance was over the roof) I can guarantee the prices won't drop afterwards.

Good luck with your move. I'm a little bogged down with alot to do, so I haven't had a chance to finish of the new prices yet, sorry.

Cheers.