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The Netherlands’ approach to discounts in scanner data

This article explores the approach of the Netherlands towards discounts in scanner data, including Eurostat regulations, types of discounts, their impact, and food for discussion. It raises questions about the gaps between regulations and practice, the importance of price reductions to consumers, and the need for consistency in accounting for discounts.

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The Netherlands’ approach to discounts in scanner data

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  1. The Netherlands’ approach to discounts in scanner data Leo Peeters (CPI team)

  2. Contents • Introduction • Eurostat and regulations • Types of discounts • Impact • Food for discussion The Netherlands’ approach to discounts in scanner data

  3. Eurostat and regulations • Communication NSI and Eurostat • What are the gaps between regulations and practice? • Regulations date from before scanner data use The Netherlands’ approach to discounts in scanner data

  4. Types of discounts • Same EAN, same product, same quantity, reduced price; • Same EAN, more for the price of less, reduced unit value; • New EANs economy sized packages, for example: 20% more or bundle packages; • Package deals by combining products giving one for free or for a reduced price; • Discount coupons/loyalty cards The Netherlands’ approach to discounts in scanner data

  5. Importance of price reductions to consumers The Netherlands’ approach to discounts in scanner data

  6. Food for discussion • Transaction prices are best prices! • Are regulations outdated? • Price reductions stimulate sales enormously (are therefore relevant)! • Which discounts should be accounted for and which not? • Whatever you choose, consistency is of great importance. The Netherlands’ approach to discounts in scanner data

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