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Tunisia Caps Mineral Water Prices
The Tunisian Ministry of Commerce and Export Development has announced a decision to set maximum profit margins and retail prices for bottled mineral water. This measure aims to address market disturbances caused by high demand during the heatwave and supply shortages. The decision specifies a profit margin of 15% at both wholesale and retail levels, along with maximum retail prices depending on bottle capacity—such as 600 millimes for a half-liter bottle and 950 millimes for two-liter bottles. Economic experts confirmed that this measure focuses on the final link in the distribution chain, while the core issue lies at the beginning—namely, production—which has been impacted by high temperatures and electrical disruptions, leading to a shortage of supply. Experts warned that imposing price caps amid ongoing shortages could worsen the black market and lead to monopolistic practices, especially if the root causes of production and supply disruptions are not addressed. Ultimately, the data indicates that the real solution lies in improving production and distribution, rather than merely regulating prices, to ensure a steady supply of water to consumers.
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