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  1. Bulgaria has introduced a new law requiring price transparency submissions, overseen by the Consumer Protection Commission.

Bulgarian Watchdog Targets High Food Markups, Imposes Fines on Retailers

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The Consumer Protection Commission in Bulgaria has released findings showing 141% markups on food products, according to Maya Manolova, its chairwoman. The commission plans to fine retailers between €10,000 and €50,000 for any unjustified price increases. Retailers are required to demonstrate that price hikes are economically justified by changes in supply costs.

From novinite.com

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The commission is conducting inspections on food prices and comparing Bulgarian markups to averages across Europe. This action is part of a new law in Bulgaria requiring price transparency submissions, overseen by the Consumer Protection Commission.

Bulgaria has introduced a new law requiring price transparency submissions, which are overseen by the Consumer Protection Commission.

From novinite.com

Who's involved

  • BulgariaThe country where the price transparency investigation is taking place.
  • Consumer Protection CommissionThe government agency conducting inspections and imposing sanctions on retailers.
  • Maya ManolovaThe chairwoman of the Consumer Protection Commission who released the markup findings.
  • EuropeThe region used for comparison of Bulgarian food markups.

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  1. Food prices are high in Sofia, and Bulgarian chains are using practices similar to German owners.1 source
  2. Watchdog targets high food markups in Bulgaria, comparing them to EU averages.1 source

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