economy
February 7, 2026
Delez confirmed it filed for arbitration with the International Center for Settlement of Investment Disputes due to imposed margins in Serbia
Dutch company Ahold Delez confirmed today that it has filed for arbitration with the International Center for Settlement of Investment Disputes to protect its rights under the bilateral investment treaty between Serbia and the Netherlands, following regulatory measures implemented by the Serbian government in September 2025.
TL;DR
- Ahold Delez has filed for arbitration against Serbia at the International Center for Settlement of Investment Disputes.
- The company seeks to protect its rights under the bilateral investment treaty between Serbia and the Netherlands.
- The arbitration is a response to regulatory measures imposed by the Serbian government in September 2025, including restrictions on margins, purchase prices, and supplier fees.
- These measures are described as an unprecedented state intervention affecting over 85% of the company's revenue.
- The company experienced significant losses after four months of these measures, impacting its 2025 net profit margin.
- Ahold Delez was forced to close 25 stores and cancel planned 2026 investments, leading to the loss of thousands of jobs in Serbia.
- Despite the challenges, the company continues to operate over 500 stores with more than 11,000 employees and maintains partnerships with Serbian suppliers.
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