A legislative proposal in Russia would require retail chains to display three months of price dynamics on in-store price labels. The proposal, filed with the Ministry of Industry and Trade, responds to consumer concerns about how prices move and how discounts are announced during busy shopping periods.
The rule would obligate traders to present information about the price history that is clear and easy to read before any discount is declared. The goal is to help shoppers compare price movements over time and avoid price manipulation that misleads buyers.
Under the draft, quarterly price dynamics should be shown on price tags. If a product last went on sale within three months, the price tag must show the current price and the previous price, along with the amount of the change.
In a letter to the ministry’s head, a deputy notes that many residents report fake discounts during peak periods when stores raise prices and then present old discounts on the tag.
Previously, the Eurasian Economic Commission Council considered dairy import rules. A tax on imports of butter was suspended for six months as part of ongoing market measures.
Meanwhile, manufacturers and retail chains were reported to be in talks to lower prices for dairy products like milk and butter, aiming to support consumers amid price volatility.