Gasoline and diesel prices soar up to 11% in Pará in one week; Procon inspects stations in Belém
Gasoline and diesel prices have surged dramatically in Pará, Brazil, prompting consumer protection authorities to investigate local gas stations for price gouging.
Easter Eggs, Fish, and Drinks: Procon Alagoas Reveals Prices of Items Sought During Holy Week
Procon Alagoas has released a survey detailing prices of popular items for Holy Week in Maceió, Brazil, encouraging consumers to compare prices while shopping.
Major update on contactless ‘change next week' from Lloyds, HSBC, Santander, Barclays, Natwest
UK banks are set to change contactless payment limits from £100, allowing for potentially higher amounts based on bank discretion starting next Thursday.
Energy cutoff due to non-existent debt generates compensation in MG
A Brazilian consumer was compensated for moral damages after being unfairly charged for a non-existent debt by the power company Cemig, resulting in a week-long power cut.
Consumer Week promises discounts of up to 80% in stores and apps; see offers
Consumer Week in Brazil is offering discounts of up to 80% on a variety of products as stores gear up for the annual Consumer Day festivities.
"Iki" continues discount leadership: this week - half-price cottage cheese, large pork promotion and up to 50% off World Cuisine products
The grocery chain "Iki" in Lithuania is offering significant discounts this week, including half-priced cottage cheese and promotions on various products.
Parking Zone fees in Piracicaba will be adjusted; see new values for parking time
The parking fees in Piracicaba, Brazil, known as Zona Azul, will see increases effective next week, reflecting adjustments according to consumer price index variations.
K. Hatzidakis: Measures against extortionate pricing within the week
The Greek government is set to announce measures against price gouging and ensure fuel supply within the week, according to Deputy Prime Minister Kostis Hatzidakis.
LEA: fixed price plan tariffs jumped by 2.3% over the week
The week saw an increase in fixed price plan tariffs by 2.3%, with one supplier raising rates by 4-5%.
I try to avoid ultra-processed foods - here are five things I buy from Aldi every week
A UK consumer shares their weekly grocery staples from Aldi that help them avoid ultra-processed foods for a healthier diet.
I save money at Sainsbury's every week by doing one thing before I shop
A consumer shares tips on how to save money at Sainsbury's using the Nectar loyalty program.
Attica Region: A total of 1,374 inspections during the last week of Apokries – Fines amounting to 90,000 euros
The Attica Region conducted 1,374 inspections during the last week of Apokries, resulting in fines totaling 90,000 euros.
The retail chain sends a reminder to customers: there is only one week left to do it
The Maxima retail chain in Lithuania highlights the benefits of its loyalty card program and encourages customers to take advantage before a deadline.
"AK. Week": how the consumer price index is calculated?
The article explores the methodology behind calculating the Consumer Price Index (CPI) in Estonia, emphasizing its importance in reflecting actual price changes for consumers.
New benefit card rules come into effect this week; see what changes
New rules for benefit cards, including food and cultural vouchers, will take effect this week in Brazil, requiring payments to be made exclusively through the 'voucher' function.
LEA: One supplier increased electricity tariffs per week
A survey indicated that one independent supplier raised electricity tariffs by up to 1% in certain fixed price plans, while another supplier kept their rates unchanged.
Mystery Package Company Returns to Finland
French company King Colis is opening a pop-up store in Tampere next week to sell mystery packages that went missing in the European supply chain.
Jaakob Rissanen published his week's electricity bill: 'How can this be?'
Influencer Jaakob Rissanen shares his electricity bill for a week amid rising electricity prices in Finland, sparking public discussion.
Chains Billa and Hofer Head to Court in Austria Over Misleading Discount Advertising
A Vienna commercial court will begin hearings this week on lawsuits against supermarket chains Billa and Hofer for non-transparent pricing practices during discount promotions, filed by the Consumer Information Association.
Foie gras, oysters... Health alerts for holiday flavors this week
This week's consumer recall highlights several food products, mainly traditional holiday items like foie gras and oysters, which have been flagged by health alerts from the DGAL.