Consumers in southeast Europe are boycotting major retailers due to rising prices

From Yahoo Finance: 2025-06-26 23:28:00

Retail consumers in Southeast and Eastern Europe are boycotting major retailers due to surging prices, starting in Croatia and spreading to neighbouring countries. Protests on social media urge avoiding supermarkets suspected of price inflation. The movement has gained traction in urban areas where living costs are high. Demonstrators accuse retailers of unfair price hikes and price-fixing, prompting calls for pricing regulation and government intervention. Retailers argue high operating costs and supply chain pressures justify price increases, but protestors demand transparency and fair pricing. The boycott movement shows no signs of slowing as consumers challenge the retail landscape in the region.



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