The maximum fine, amounting to 1,000,000 euros for each of the two multinational companies, for which the audit by the Inter-agency Market Control Unit (DIMEA) was completed, was imposed by the Minister of Development, Kostas Skrekas.

The fines concern the violation of article 54 of Law 5045/29-07-2023, regarding the reduction of phenomena of unfair profit.

Specifically, it is required:

  • A fine of 1,000,000 euros to the company “PROCTER & GAMBLE HELLAS MONOPROSSOPI E.P.E.”.
  • A fine of 1,000,000 euros to the company “ELAIS UNILEVER HELLAS SA”.

The Minister of Development, Kostas Skrekas, said: “We have made it clear in all tones and in every direction that no one is above the law. We are determined to enforce the law to prevent profiteering and to stimulate healthy competition, for the benefit of the Greek family.

Everyone must realize the criticality of the situation and the difficulty for households to access basic consumer goods. Dealing with inflation, and especially the inflation of greed, is primarily a matter of social responsibility but also of ensuring the cohesion of society. Checks will continue and fines will be issued without hesitation. The battle with accuracy is ongoing and ongoing. We are not complacent.”