Antitrust News Feed
Latest antitrust and competition law updates from global authorities
Estonian competition authority
Elering AS Seeks Approval for Changes in Electricity Network Connection Terms and Fees Calculation Methodology
Jun 18, 2024
Elering AS has submitted proposed changes to the standard terms for connecting to the electricity network and the methodology for calculating connection fees and modification fees to the Estonian Competition Authority for approval.
Hungarian competition authority
GVH's Successful Digital Awareness Program for Students
Jun 18, 2024
The Hungarian Competition Authority's program focusing on digital awareness for students in schools has successfully completed a semester, with plans to continue in the upcoming school year.
French Competition Authority
Autorité Clears JouéClub's Acquisition of Ludendo Assets with Divestiture Commitments
Jun 18, 2024
The Autorité de la concurrence approves JouéClub's takeover of Ludendo assets, subject to divestiture commitments for 6 stores, to address competition concerns.
Spanish competition authority
CNMC Investigates Naturgy Group's Electric Distributor for Anticompetitive Practices
Jun 18, 2024
The CNMC is investigating UFD, a subsidiary of the Naturgy Group, for allegedly prioritizing certain commercializers' issues and complaints, potentially distorting competition in the electricity supply market.
German Bundeskartellamt
Bundeskartellamt's Report on Credit Scoring in Online Retail Sector Reveals Consumer Rights Concerns
Jun 18, 2024
The Bundeskartellamt's final report highlights issues with credit scoring practices in the online retail sector, urging for more transparency and compliance with consumer protection laws.
Czech competition authority
Competition Authority in Czech Republic Cooperates with European Public Prosecutor's Office
Jun 18, 2024
The Office for the Protection of Competition in the Czech Republic has signed a cooperation agreement with the European Public Prosecutor's Office to enhance the protection of the EU's financial interests and promote fair competition.
Dutch ACM
Vinted Agrees to Enhance Transparency on Prices and Conditions Following EU Consumer Authorities' Intervention
Jun 18, 2024
European consumer authorities have reached an agreement with Vinted, an online marketplace, to improve transparency regarding prices and conditions for consumers.
Lithuanian competition authority
Enefit Faces Allegations of Unnotified Concentration in Taking Over EGTO Energija Contracts
Jun 18, 2024
Enefit, an electricity supplier, is under scrutiny for allegedly not seeking approval from the Competition Council before acquiring EGTO energija's retail electricity supply contracts.
Polish UOKiK
UOKiK Takes Action Against Travelist for Lack of Information Transparency
Jun 18, 2024
The President of the Office of Competition and Consumer Protection (UOKiK) issues a decision obliging Travelist to improve transparency regarding sellers on its platform, in line with the Omnibus Directive.
Portuguese competition authority
Portuguese Competition Authority Investigates Yilport and Grupo Sousa's Acquisition of Sotagus
Jun 17, 2024
The Portuguese Competition Authority is conducting an in-depth investigation into the joint control acquisition of Sotagus by Yilport and Grupo Sousa, citing potential competition concerns in the port and maritime transport sector.
Estonian competition authority
Competition Authority Calls for Enhanced Oversight and Transparency in Estonian Fuel Market
Jun 17, 2024
The Estonian Competition Authority's analysis of the fuel market reveals that while it generally functions well, there is a need for more effective supervision and transparency to ensure stable and fair pricing.
European Commission
EU Commission Conducts Surprise Inspections in Tyres Sector Cartel Probe
Jun 17, 2024
The European Commission conducts unannounced inspections at a consultancy firm in two Member States as part of an investigation into suspected price coordination among tyre manufacturers.
Austrian competition authority
Austrian Competition Authority Seeks Fine Against Brau Union for Antitrust Violations
Jun 17, 2024
The Austrian competition authority has filed a request for imposing a fine and stopping violations against Brau Union, the largest brewery in Austria, for alleged abuses of dominance and cartel infringements.
German Bundeskartellamt
Bundeskartellamt Clears Thermo Fisher's Acquisition of Olink
Jun 16, 2024
Thermo Fisher Scientific's acquisition of Olink Holding AB has been approved by the Bundeskartellamt, with no serious competition concerns raised.
Spanish competition authority
Competition Drives Down High-Speed Rail Prices in Spain by Over 24% in Q1 2024
Jun 16, 2024
High-speed rail in Spain saw a significant increase in passengers and a decrease in prices due to competition, with over 8.5 million travelers and price reductions of up to 28% reported in the first quarter of 2024.
