This issues paper seeks feedback into the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission's inquiry into pricing and competition in Australia’s supermarket sector.

The ACCC’s Supermarket Inquiry will examine competitive dynamics in the retail supply of groceries and in associated supply chains.  The ACCC will have particular regard to how prices are set at different levels of the supply chain, and the associated margins. The inquiry will involve broad consultation, including seeking feedback in response to this paper, and requesting information from a range of stakeholders and consumers. 

The ACCC will submit an interim report to the Federal Treasurer by 31 August 2024, and submit a final report by 28 February 2025.

The ACCC is seeking engagement via submissions from stakeholders and survey responses from consumers. Stakeholder submissions should be made by 2 April 2024.