economy

February 11, 2026

Lazarević on the expiration of the Margin Regulation: There is no magic formula, it's time for a systemic solution

The deadline for the Regulation on Limited Trade Margins expires on March 1, supplier prices are already "unfrozen", and consumers fear whether a wave of price increases awaits us from March onwards.

Lazarević on the expiration of the Margin Regulation: There is no magic formula, it's time for a systemic solution

TL;DR

  • The Regulation on Limited Trade Margins expires on March 1st, unfreezing supplier prices.
  • The Minister of Trade states the regulation was temporary, aimed at price stabilization and inflation control.
  • A new, permanent Law on Unfair Trade Practices will be implemented, described as European with local solutions.
  • The state will monitor prices and react within days to prevent significant increases.
  • Fines will be imposed on businesses engaging in unfair practices.
  • The government is taking a lawsuit filed by 'Delez' seriously but maintains its actions are for the good of all citizens.
  • The new law aims to protect all parties, from primary agricultural producers to retailers.

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