The Norwegian competition authority, Konkurransetilsynet, has reported an active year in 2025, highlighting that competition in several markets is not as strong as it should be. The authority stresses the need for continued effective enforcement of competition law, which has resulted in significant savings for consumers.

In 2025, the authority received 188 notifications regarding mergers, with over 95% being cleared within 25 days. Konkurransetilsynet intervened in two mergers that would have significantly restricted competition, demonstrating its commitment to maintaining a competitive market environment.

The authority aims to make decisions that positively impact competition and consumers while standing up to legal scrutiny. In 2025, the Competition Appeals Board upheld two enforcement decisions made by the authority, reinforcing its position.

Konkurransetilsynet plans to continue actively enforcing competition law and closely monitoring market players. The authority is prepared to address any negative market developments, as stated by Director Mads Magnussen.

Additionally, the authority has continued its extensive work in the grocery market, closely monitoring margins, market shares, purchasing price differences, private labels, access to retail space, and all mergers and information sharing among market players. This oversight is believed to have a disciplining effect on Norwegian grocery operators.

Norwegian, Danish, and European competition authorities estimate that the enforcement of competition rules leads to significant consumer savings, along with positive effects on productivity, value creation, and employment. Therefore, it is crucial for Konkurransetilsynet to maintain its active enforcement of competition law.