However, those few that are directly affected from a reform are vocal in their opposition, while those who benefit in the long run do not advocate the benefits with the same tenacity. These opposing forces may explain the inertia of the status quo. *** Greece completed the financial support and adjustment programmes with a favourable legacy of adopted reforms.
With regard to prices, wholesale prices have declined reflecting a slack in the supply and demand conditions of goods. Meanwhile, consumer prices have remained at a level slightly above that of the previous year when observed excluding the effects of institutional changes such as the rise in the consumption tax rate. Thus, prices on the whole remained stable.