ACCC denies authorisation to Bakers Delight to implement price tiers in new point-of-sale system

Summary:

The ACCC released a final determination on March 14, 2024, denying authorisation to Bakers Delight Holdings Ltd to implement a price tiering system for promotional products in its new point-of-sale system. The system would limit price deviations for promotional discounts and prevent individual bakeries from modifying products or prices. The ACCC is not satisfied that the proposal would result in a public benefit that outweighs the potential detriment, citing concerns that it would limit franchisees' ability to make independent financial decisions based on local market conditions.