Antitrust News Feed
Latest antitrust and competition law updates from global authorities
Dutch ACM
Dutch Authority Urges Food Companies to Verify Sustainability Claims
Apr 24, 2025
The Dutch competition authority, ACM, is urging food sector companies to review and clarify their sustainability claims to ensure consumer trust and compliance with regulations.
Luxembourg competition authority
European Commission Fines Apple and Meta for DMA Violations
Apr 23, 2025
The European Commission has imposed fines of €500 million on Apple and €200 million on Meta for failing to comply with the Digital Markets Act (DMA) obligations.
Portuguese competition authority
Portuguese Competition Authority Takes Action Against Price Fixing in Tourism Sector
Apr 23, 2025
The Portuguese Competition Authority has issued a Statement of Objections against a business association for fixing minimum prices in the tourism sector, following an investigation that revealed anti-competitive practices.
Hungarian competition authority
Global Competition Experts Gather in Budapest to Tackle Digital Challenges
Apr 23, 2025
The Hungarian Competition Authority hosts a major conference with economists from 45 countries to discuss pressing competition policy issues, particularly in the digital realm.
Irish competition authority
EU Competition Authorities Unite to Boost Market Competitiveness
Apr 23, 2025
The European Commission has launched a new action plan to enhance competitiveness within the EU single market, emphasizing the critical role of competition in driving productivity and innovation.
Portuguese competition authority
Portuguese Authority Takes Action Against Price Fixing in Tourism Sector
Apr 23, 2025
The Portuguese Competition Authority has issued a Statement of Objections against a business association for fixing minimum prices in the tourism sector, highlighting serious competition law violations.
Belgian competition authority
Belgian Competition Authority Fines Major OTC Suppliers for Anti-Competitive Practices
Apr 23, 2025
The Belgian Competition Authority has imposed fines totaling over EUR 11 million on Johnson & Johnson Consumer, Boehringer Ingelheim, and Haleon for engaging in anti-competitive category management practices in pharmacies.
UK Competition & Markets Authority
CMA Weighs in on Future of UK Railways
Apr 23, 2025
The UK Competition and Markets Authority has provided feedback on the upcoming Railways Bill, emphasizing the need for effective market design in ticket retailing.
New Zealand competition authority
LG New Zealand Staff Admit Guilt in Deletion of Evidence Case
Apr 22, 2025
Former LG New Zealand Country Manager and two staff members have pleaded guilty to charges related to the destruction of evidence during a competition investigation, resulting in discharges without conviction.
Australian competition authority
ACCC Takes Legal Action Against LDV Automotive for Misleading Advertising
Apr 22, 2025
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has filed a lawsuit against LDV Automotive Australia for allegedly misleading consumers about the durability of its vehicles, particularly the T60 and G10 models.
Danish competition authority
Danish Authority Finds Hübsch Violated Competition Rules
Apr 22, 2025
The Danish competition authority has confirmed that interior company Hübsch violated competition laws by coordinating price increases with a competitor, harming consumers.
Irish competition authority
CCPC Introduces Streamlined Settlement Process for Competition Law Breaches
Apr 22, 2025
The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) has unveiled a new settlement procedure aimed at expediting competition law investigations in Ireland, allowing businesses to admit breaches for reduced penalties.
Greek competition authority
Greek Competition Authority Takes Regulatory Action in Construction Sector
Apr 22, 2025
The Greek Competition Authority has initiated a regulatory intervention in the construction sector to address concerns over effective competition, particularly in public works.
European Commission (DMA)
European Commission Penalizes Apple and Meta for DMA Violations
Apr 22, 2025
The European Commission has imposed fines on Apple and Meta for breaching the Digital Markets Act, totaling €700 million.
Latvian competition authority
Latvian Competition Authority Urges Public Buyers to Foster Competitive Procurement Practices
Apr 22, 2025
The Latvian Competition Authority has called on public buyers to create procurement processes that reflect market diversity and enhance competition, following a failed tender for outdoor gym equipment.
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