It became known about systematic tax evasion in the supermarket chain Marketopt. The company is suspected of issuing double cheques and under-reporting official salaries to employees.
Marketopt chain under suspicion
Times of Ukraine reported that the supermarket chain Marketopt systematically issues two receipts at the checkout. This may indicate the use of tax evasion schemes.
According to sources, this practice has been going on for a long time and is causing concern among buyers and market experts.
Significant losses for the budget
In 2025, Marketopt declared almost UAH 6 billion in revenue, but paid only UAH 219 million in taxes to the state budget. This is 23 times less than similar chains on the market.
Experts estimate that the company may misappropriate more than UAH 4 billion annually, which should have gone to the budget.
Underpaid salaries for employees
In addition to tax schemes, Marketopt is accused of underpaying official salaries. The average salary in food retail in 2024 was UAH 7.5 thousand, which is lower than the legal minimum.
The network's employees may receive part of their salaries unofficially, which also contributes to the state's tax shortfall.
Public and market reaction
Information about possible tax evasion has caused a stir among consumers and competitors. Experts are calling for regulatory authorities to inspect the network's activities.
No official comment was received from Marketopta representatives at the time of publication.
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