Antitrust News Feed
Latest antitrust and competition law updates from global authorities
UK Competition & Markets Authority
CMA Reports on Fuel Market Monitoring Amid Rising Prices
May 1, 2026
The UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has released its latest report on the road fuel market, highlighting concerns over fuel margins and local price variations.
Dutch ACM
ACM Concludes Investigation into Software Company for Abuse of Dominance
May 1, 2026
The Dutch competition authority, ACM, has closed its investigation into a major software company, finding insufficient evidence of abuse of dominance that harmed buyers.
Irish competition authority
CCPC Investigates Online Platforms for P2B Regulation Compliance
Apr 30, 2026
The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) has conducted a sweep of 17 online platforms in Ireland to identify potential breaches of the Platform to Business Regulation, following a rise in complaints.
Dutch ACM
ACM to Gradually Implement Feed-in Tariff for Electricity Producers
Apr 30, 2026
The Dutch competition authority, ACM, is set to gradually introduce a feed-in tariff aimed at encouraging large electricity producers to utilize the grid more efficiently, ultimately reducing costs for consumers.
Polish UOKiK
Annual Report of the Polish Competition Authority for 2025 Released
Apr 30, 2026
The Polish competition authority has published its annual report detailing significant enforcement actions and consumer benefits for the year 2025.
Dutch ACM
ACM Finalizes Report on Veterinary Services Market Investigation
Apr 30, 2026
The Dutch competition authority, ACM, has published its final report on the veterinary services market, aiming to protect pet owners from rising costs and overtreatment.
German Bundeskartellamt
Court Halts Investigation into Fuel Wholesale Market
Apr 30, 2026
The German competition authority's investigation into the fuel wholesale market has been temporarily halted by a decision from the Düsseldorf Higher Regional Court.
German Bundeskartellamt
German Authority Prohibits Amazon's Price Control Mechanisms
Apr 30, 2026
The German competition authority has banned Amazon from using price control mechanisms, resulting in a financial benefit of 59 million euros.
Polish UOKiK
Polish Competition Authority Takes Action Against Car Rental Company Panek
Apr 30, 2026
The Polish competition authority has accused Panek of using unfair clauses that impose excessive financial liability on consumers and has imposed a fine for non-cooperation during the investigation.
New Zealand competition authority
New Zealand Commerce Commission Raises Concerns Over Rafting JV Co's Acquisition
Apr 29, 2026
The New Zealand Commerce Commission has issued a Statement of Unresolved Issues regarding Rafting JV Co's proposed acquisition of several rafting companies, highlighting potential competition concerns.
Court of Justice of the EU
EU Court Rules on No-Poach Agreement Among Portuguese Football Clubs
Apr 29, 2026
The Court of Justice of the EU has ruled that a no-poach agreement among Portuguese football clubs during the COVID-19 pandemic may be compatible with EU competition law, pending further examination by the Portuguese court.
Belgian competition authority
Belgian Authority Orders Data Transfer Restoration for AutoScout24
Apr 29, 2026
The Belgian Competition Authority has mandated AutoScout24 to restore the automated transfer of sellers' data to a competing platform, imposing penalties for non-compliance.
New Zealand competition authority
New Zealand Commerce Commission Raises Concerns Over Rafting JV Co's Acquisition
Apr 29, 2026
The New Zealand Commerce Commission has issued a Statement of Unresolved Issues regarding Rafting JV Co's proposed acquisition of several rafting companies, highlighting potential competition concerns.
Norwegian competition authority
Norwegian Competition Authority Takes Over Enforcement of Good Trading Practices Law
Apr 29, 2026
From May 1, the Norwegian Competition Authority will assume responsibility for enforcing the Good Trading Practices law in the grocery sector, following the dissolution of the Grocery Authority.
Slovak competition authority
European Commission Launches AccelerateEU Initiative for Energy Relief
Apr 29, 2026
The European Commission has introduced the AccelerateEU initiative aimed at providing immediate relief to vulnerable households and industries while steering Europe towards energy independence.
