TIRANA, December 31/ATA/ The Competition Authority reported that the process of collecting data on the prices of basket products for the period October-November-December, including all links in the supply and trading chain, is near completion.
According to the official report, after this phase, there will be carried out a detailed comparative analysis of the price for each product, with the aim of identifying any possible unjustified increase that may be a consequence of non-competitive behavior or illegal coordination between economic operators.
The Competition Authority explained that the analysis will focus on comparing prices between different time periods, assessing the cost structure and profit margins, as well as identifying any practices that may undermine fair competition in the market.
If the statistical and economic analysis reveals unjustified price increases or practices prohibited by applicable legislation, the Competition Authority said that it will take appropriate legal action without hesitation, including the initiation of investigative procedures against the relevant entities.
The Competition Authority emphasized that it remains committed to guaranteeing the fair functioning of the market, protecting competition and consumer interests, by exercising its legal powers with full responsibility. e.xh/j.p/p.s./
