The Greek Ministry of Development imposed fines of over 2.2 million euros on two supermarket chains for violations of the profit margin ceiling and compliance with the Code of Conduct.
In a statement issued on Wednesday morning, the Ministry said that it had imposed fines of over 2.2 million euros on supermarket chains for violations of the ceiling and the Code of Conduct following completion of audits conducted by DIMEA.
According to the statement:
The first decision for the imposition of a fine of 805,340 euros on the company “Lidl”, concerns violations of the profit margin ceiling, following an audit order issued in 2024 by the Minister of Development Takis Theodorikakos. The procedure was completed on September 5, 2025.
The second decision concerns a fine of 1,440,000 euros on the company “Sklavenitis“, for violations of the Code of Conduct, following an audit ordered in the summer of 2025.
As provided for by law, the two companies were informed before the announcement of the decisions.
The Ministry statement did not elaborate neither on the profit margin ceiling not on the Code of Conduct violations. However, state broadcaster ERT reported that the Code of Conduct violation was in relation withe Offers at the supermarket shelves.
The Development Minister stressed that “consumer protection is non-negotiable. The law is the law and applies to everyone. Retailers must demonstrate social responsibility towards all citizens without exception. We are committed to supporting the disposable income of the Greek family, the middle class and especially the weaker social strata, with actions.”
