Antitrust News Feed
Latest antitrust and competition law updates from global authorities
Australian competition authority
Tekron Admits to Price Maintenance Violations in Australia
Feb 23, 2026
Tekron, an agricultural drone supplier, has acknowledged its involvement in resale price maintenance by restricting resellers from advertising DJI drone products below a set price, violating Australian competition law.
US Department of Justice
DOJ and FTC Request Public Input on Competitor Collaborations Guidance
Feb 22, 2026
The Department of Justice and the Federal Trade Commission are seeking public comments to develop new guidance on collaborations among competitors, following the withdrawal of the 2000 Antitrust Guidelines.
US Federal Trade Commission
FTC and DOJ Seek Public Input on Competitor Collaborations Guidance
Feb 22, 2026
The Federal Trade Commission and the Department of Justice are inviting public comments to develop updated guidance on collaborations among competitors, following the withdrawal of the 2000 Antitrust Guidelines.
Portuguese competition authority
AdC Launches Phase II Investigation into Linde's Acquisition of Acaíl
Feb 22, 2026
The Portuguese Competition Authority has initiated an in-depth investigation into Linde Portugal's acquisition of Acaíl, citing potential significant competition concerns in the industrial and medical gases markets.
French Competition Authority
French Competition Authority Issues Guidance on Deposit-Return Scheme for Food Packaging
Feb 22, 2026
The French competition authority has released informal guidance regarding the ReUse project, aimed at implementing a standardized deposit-return scheme for food packaging sold in supermarkets.
Competition Bureau Canada
Investigation into Real Estate Commission Rules Expands in Vancouver
Feb 20, 2026
The Competition Bureau of Canada has broadened its investigation into real estate commission rules to include Greater Vancouver REALTORS®, focusing on potential anti-competitive practices.
Polish UOKiK
Polish Authority Reviews Washing Machine Energy Labels
Feb 20, 2026
The Polish competition authority conducted checks on ten washing machine models to ensure compliance with product cards and energy labels, finding only one case of non-compliance.
US Department of Justice
Justice Department Challenges OhioHealth's Anticompetitive Practices
Feb 19, 2026
The Justice Department, alongside Ohio's Attorney General, has filed a lawsuit against OhioHealth for imposing anticompetitive contract restrictions that lead to higher healthcare costs for patients.
Portuguese competition authority
AdC Warns of Competition Risks in AI Chip Market
Feb 19, 2026
The Portuguese Competition Authority has released a paper highlighting competition risks in the AI chip value chain, emphasizing structural concentration and vertical integration issues.
Spanish competition authority
CNMC Launches Public Consultation on Public Aid Guidelines
Feb 19, 2026
The Spanish competition authority, CNMC, has initiated a public consultation to improve the design and evaluation of public aid, aiming to minimize negative impacts on competition.
German Bundeskartellamt
German Competition Authority Reports Increased Market Power of Major Electricity Producers
Feb 19, 2026
The German competition authority has released its sixth report on the competitive conditions in electricity generation, highlighting a significant increase in market power among leading producers.
Australian competition authority
ACCC Outlines Compliance and Enforcement Priorities for 2026-27
Feb 18, 2026
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has announced its compliance and enforcement priorities for 2026-27, focusing on competition, consumer trust, and addressing emerging market issues.
Australian competition authority
ACCC Sets Priorities for Addressing Manipulative Practices and Competition Issues in 2026-27
Feb 18, 2026
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has outlined its enforcement priorities for the upcoming year, focusing on manipulative practices in digital markets and competition in essential services.
Spanish competition authority
Record Growth in Mobile Lines in Spain
Feb 18, 2026
The Spanish competition authority reports that mobile lines in Spain surpassed 63 million for the first time in December 2025, marking significant growth in the telecommunications sector.
Croatian competition authority
Croatian Court Upholds Competition Authority's Ruling Against Hunting Association
Feb 17, 2026
The Croatian Administrative Court has rejected the lawsuit of the Croatian Hunting Association, confirming the competition authority's decision on abuse of dominant position through predatory pricing.
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