- Supermarkets in Spain under investigation for not lowering prices despite receiving tax cuts
- Consumer groups have complained about excess profiteering
- Reduction in VAT introduced by government to fight inflation
- Ministry of Consumer Affairs launching inquiry and requesting information from retailers
- Investigation focusing on food price rises, especially on fresh produce and olive oil
- Retailers asked to provide details of prices, profit margins, and cost structures
- Retailers could be fined up to €100,000 for breaking the law
- Ministry reiterates that tax cut should be used to reduce prices for consumers, not increase profits.
Source: theolivepress.es
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