Antitrust News Feed

Apr 17, 2024

Clear Channel Danmark has admitted to violating competition law by coordinating discounts with a competitor, resulting in a fine of six million kroner.

Apr 17, 2024

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) reflects on its 10-year journey, emphasizing the importance of competition enforcement in driving innovation, efficiency, and fair deals for businesses and consumers.

Apr 16, 2024

The CNMC is analyzing responses to a public consultation on age verification systems used by video platforms in Spain to prevent minors from accessing harmful content.

Apr 16, 2024

The UOKiK analyzed the medical waste disposal market, proposing changes to reduce costs for hospitals, cosmetic facilities, and tattoo studios.

Apr 16, 2024

KKR Génesis was fined over 1 million euros for acquiring exclusive control of GeneraLife without prior notification, violating competition law.

Apr 15, 2024

Andalucía has implemented a ban on hazardous waste from other autonomous communities, a move criticized for being disproportionate and violating specific laws.

Apr 15, 2024

A draft Royal Decree in Spain is developing the public electronic invoicing system to comply with the Law on Business Creation and Growth, with a focus on ensuring interoperability and avoiding market distortions.

Apr 15, 2024

UOKiK fined Lord and Lavard for falsely labeling fabric composition, stressing the importance of accurate product information for consumers.

Apr 14, 2024

The Autorité de la concurrence has issued an opinion on inter-branch reserves in the wine sector, allowing for a price tunnel principle with freely determined price limits.

Apr 14, 2024

The Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero has requested the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) to review competition in the home heating market, with the CMA committing to consider this work in the second half of 2024.

Apr 14, 2024

The Bundeskartellamt has approved Cisalfa Sport S.p.A.'s acquisition of SportScheck GmbH, noting the consolidation in the German sports and outdoor retail sector but finding no competition concerns.

Apr 14, 2024

Nuno Cunha Rodrigues discusses the role of Artificial Intelligence as both a target and a tool in competition law at the ABA Spring Meeting.

Apr 11, 2024

Big companies bring value but also risks like price increases, reduced quality, and exploitation. Independent market authorities play a crucial role in preventing and regulating corporate power to ensure fair markets for all.

Apr 11, 2024

Hunter Douglas GmbH withdrew its acquisition notification of erfal GmbH & Co. KG due to competition concerns raised by the Bundeskartellamt, citing potential market dominance issues in the production of interior window coverings.

Apr 11, 2024

The Autorité de la concurrence is conducting a public consultation to gather input on the competitive impact of sustainability-related rating systems in the consumer goods and services sectors.