Commerce Ministry conducts 40,000 inspections to ensure compliance with 2026 sales regulations

The Ministry of Commerce conducted more than 40,000 inspection tours of markets and shopping centers across all regions of the Kingdom during September and October to verify compliance with the regulations and conditions for special offers and discounts for the 2026 season.

The ministry checked discount licenses, their display to consumers, adherence to authorized real discounts and offers, discount rates, price tags or electronic price readers showing prices before and after the discount, and clear disclosure of exchange and return policies.

The ministry urged consumers to verify the legitimacy and accuracy of discounts and commercial offers by scanning the barcode shown on the license to access all related information, including the type and rate of discounts, their duration, and establishment details.