Antitrust News Feed
Latest antitrust and competition law updates from global authorities
Greek competition authority
Greek Competition Authority Concludes Public Consultation on Banking Deposits Sector Inquiry
Mar 4, 2026
The Greek competition authority has completed a public consultation regarding its inquiry into banking deposits, inviting stakeholders to submit their views until March 31, 2026.
Czech competition authority
Czech Authority Halts Investigation Against Seznam.cz After Pricing Commitments
Mar 4, 2026
The Czech competition authority has closed its investigation into Seznam.cz for potential abuse of dominance after the company agreed to amend its pricing rules for real estate agents on the Sreality.cz platform.
Spanish competition authority
Intensified Competition in Fixed Broadband Market in Spain for 2024
Mar 4, 2026
The Spanish competition authority reports a significant increase in competition within the fixed broadband market, particularly in rural areas, as fiber optic access reaches 90.3% of active lines.
Competition Bureau Canada
Competition Tribunal Rejects Google's Constitutional Challenge
Mar 4, 2026
The Competition Tribunal has dismissed Google's constitutional challenge, allowing the Competition Bureau's case against the tech giant to proceed.
Polish UOKiK
Polish Competition Authority Investigates Energy Practices
Mar 4, 2026
The President of the Polish competition authority has initiated an investigation into the practices of the Polish Power Grid Company regarding the management of renewable energy sources.
German Bundeskartellamt
Check24 Agrees to Abandon Price Parity Clauses with Energy Suppliers
Mar 4, 2026
The German competition authority has mandated Check24 to eliminate its price parity clauses in energy supply contracts, promoting fair competition in the market.
Spanish competition authority
CNMC Proposes Legal Framework for Waste Management of Wet Wipes and Balloons
Mar 3, 2026
The Spanish competition authority, CNMC, has issued a report proposing a regulatory framework aimed at reducing the environmental impact of wet wipes and single-use balloons, enhancing producer responsibility and administrative coordination.
Czech competition authority
Czech Constitutional Court Upholds Fine Against Ostrava for Anticompetitive Lottery Regulation
Mar 3, 2026
The Czech Constitutional Court has rejected Ostrava's constitutional complaint against a fine imposed for an anticompetitive lottery regulation, confirming the decision of the Czech Competition Authority.
Hungarian competition authority
Opella Healthcare Fined for Misleading Advertising of Normaflore Products
Mar 3, 2026
The Hungarian competition authority has imposed a fine of 105 million HUF on Opella Healthcare for violating advertising regulations related to its Normaflore products.
Australian competition authority
ACCC Approves Joint Procurement for Organic Waste Processing
Mar 3, 2026
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has authorized the City of Newcastle and Port Stephens Council to jointly procure organic waste processing services, citing public benefits.
Spanish competition authority
CNMC Proposes Measures to Enhance Competition in State Bus Contracts
Mar 2, 2026
The Spanish competition authority, CNMC, has recommended a series of measures aimed at improving competition in public bus service contracts.
US Department of Justice
Texas Man Sentenced for Monopolizing Transit Industry and Price Fixing
Mar 2, 2026
Roberto Garcia Villarreal has been sentenced to 30 months in prison for his role in a violent conspiracy to monopolize the transmigrante forwarding agency industry and fix prices.
US Department of Justice
Keynote Address on U.S. Antitrust Enforcement and Whistleblower Program
Mar 2, 2026
Acting Deputy Assistant Attorney General Daniel Glad discusses the current state of criminal antitrust enforcement in the U.S., highlighting the importance of individual accountability and the new Antitrust Whistleblower Rewards Program.
Belgian competition authority
Belgian Competition Authority Launches Inspections in Road Signage and Street Furniture Sectors
Mar 2, 2026
The Belgian Competition Authority is conducting inspections in the road signage and street furniture sectors due to suspicions of bid rigging and other anticompetitive practices.
Hungarian competition authority
Hungarian Competition Authority Highlights Consumer Protection in 2025 Report
Mar 2, 2026
The Hungarian competition authority's 2025 report emphasizes targeted protection for children and families, alongside significant fines imposed on companies.
