Coles Group Confronts ACCC Discount Dispute

Coles Group Ltd. (AU:COL) has released an update.

Coles Group Limited is facing civil proceedings by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) over alleged misleading discount claims related to their ‘Down Down’ promotions. The ACCC contends that Coles raised prices on certain products before offering them at supposedly reduced rates, which were not genuine discounts. Despite the allegations, Coles stands by its commitment to Australian Consumer Law and intends to defend against these proceedings.

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