Antitrust News Feed
Latest antitrust and competition law updates from global authorities
Irish competition authority
EU and Irish Authorities Remove Unsafe Baby Products from Online Marketplaces
Jul 17, 2025
A coordinated effort by EU and Irish consumer authorities has led to the removal of 252 baby product listings from online marketplaces due to safety violations. This action follows the introduction of new product safety laws aimed at protecting consumers.
Dutch ACM
ACM Intensifies Oversight on Unsolicited Telemarketing Calls
Jul 17, 2025
The Dutch competition authority, ACM, is ramping up its scrutiny of unsolicited telemarketing calls, particularly from telecom and energy companies, following numerous consumer complaints.
Australian competition authority
ACCC Grants Temporary Approval for AusPayNet's Certification Regulations
Jul 16, 2025
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has granted interim authorisation to AusPayNet, allowing it to maintain its certification provisions while seeking reauthorisation.
French Competition Authority
French Authority Approves Hexaom and Trecobat's Acquisition of POBI Companies
Jul 16, 2025
The French competition authority has unconditionally approved the acquisition of POBI Industrie, POBI Structures, and A.S.T. Groupe assets by Hexaom and Trecobat through a joint venture.
Australian competition authority
ACCC Approves Collective Bargaining for Steeline Members
Jul 16, 2025
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has authorized Steeline Members to engage in collective bargaining and joint advertising until 2035.
Australian competition authority
ACCC Raises Competition Concerns Over Acciona's Acquisition of East Rockingham Waste Project
Jul 16, 2025
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has expressed preliminary concerns regarding Acciona's acquisition of the East Rockingham Waste to Energy Project, which could significantly reduce competition in the waste disposal market.
Belgian competition authority
Belgian Competition Authority Greenlights Waterunie Operator Joint Venture with Conditions
Jul 16, 2025
The Belgian Competition Authority has approved the formation of Waterunie Operator by De Watergroep and Farys, contingent upon specific commitments to ensure competition.
Spanish competition authority
Spanish Competition Authority Reviews Gas Capacity Contract Transfers Within Group Companies
Jul 16, 2025
The Spanish competition authority, CNMC, is examining the transfer of gas capacity contracts among companies that are fully owned by the same group, focusing on potential competitive impacts.
Portuguese competition authority
Portuguese Authority Investigates CUF's Hospital Acquisition
Jul 16, 2025
The Portuguese Competition Authority has launched an in-depth investigation into CUF's acquisition of Hospital Particular do Algarve, citing potential competition concerns in the healthcare market.
Spanish competition authority
Spanish Authority Rejects Telefónica's Proposed Price Increase for Fixed Line Services
Jul 16, 2025
The Spanish competition authority, CNMC, has denied Telefónica's request to raise the monthly price of its fixed line services, emphasizing the need for fair competition in the market.
Latvian competition authority
CODEX Seeks Control Over Visma Consulting in Merger Proposal
Jul 16, 2025
Latvian competition authority has received a merger notification from CODEX, aiming to gain decisive influence over Visma Consulting, both operating in the custom information systems market.
Australian competition authority
ACCC Approves Omnicom's Acquisition of Interpublic
Jul 16, 2025
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has decided not to oppose Omnicom Group's acquisition of Interpublic Group, concluding it won't significantly reduce competition in the advertising sector.
Lithuanian competition authority
Lithuanian Competition Authority Appeals Court Ruling on Pharmaceutical Agreement
Jul 16, 2025
The Lithuanian Competition Council is appealing a court decision that cleared the Lithuanian Pharmaceutical Association and its members of anti-competitive behavior related to drug pricing agreements.
Italian Competition Authority
Italian Authority Reviews Potentially Unfair Contract Terms in Auto Sales
Jul 16, 2025
The Italian competition authority has initiated a consultation regarding potentially unfair contractual clauses used by a car sales group in the sale of used vehicles.
Polish UOKiK
Polish Authority Ensures Fair Costs for Customer Service Calls
Jul 16, 2025
The Polish competition authority has mandated that customer service calls regarding existing contracts must not exceed standard call rates, following an investigation into over 30 transport companies.
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