Wines, razors, and pet food: Spanish businesses lose eight million euros a day due to thefts

Spanish retailers face significant losses due to theft, totaling €2.932 billion annually, with shoplifting accounting for 81% of these losses. The most stolen items include wines, iberian meats, and electronics. Customers are primarily responsible for 63% of thefts, with organized crime also contributing. The report highlights a rise in aggressive behavior towards staff and challenges in hiring security personnel. Retailers are increasingly investing in security measures, including surveillance systems and RFID technology, to combat theft. The report follows the implementation of a law targeting repeat offenders.