The government will take stern measures to ensure that the businesses do not take advantage of the GST implementation to increase prices of goods to make excessive profits. Measures to be taken by the government include introducing the Anti Profiteering Act, intensifying enforcement action through the National Pricing Council, distribution of Shoppers’ Guide, as well as making the hypermarkets act as price setters.

Heavier fines and penalties will be imposed to make sure that the businesses comply with the rules and procedures formulated. These measures are aimed at changing the profit-centred attitude and unethical practices of the businesses.