Antitrust News Feed

May 30, 2024

A recent study by the CNMC reveals that more than 60% of Spanish households with internet access subscribe to paid online audiovisual platforms, with Netflix being the most popular choice.

May 30, 2024

The Competition Council decided to end the investigation into a doctor incentive program approved by the Akmenė District Municipality, as free healthcare services funded by the Compulsory Health Insurance Fund were deemed non-economic activities not subject to competition law requirements.

May 29, 2024

The CNMC has approved remuneration for gas activities and access fees for 2025, with reductions in remuneration for regasification, transportation, and distribution activities compared to the previous year.

May 29, 2024

The Competition Council representatives will offer advice on competition law matters at the upcoming business forum in Liepāja, where entrepreneurs can learn about available state support programs and conditions.

May 29, 2024

The Competition Council decided to end its investigation into a doctor incentive program approved by the Akmenė District Municipality, as free healthcare services funded by the Compulsory Health Insurance Fund were deemed non-economic activities not subject to competition law requirements.

May 28, 2024

Over 80,000 consumers may receive compensation from Eventim ticket sales portal as a result of the Hungarian Competition Authority's proceedings.

May 28, 2024

The CNMC introduces new measures to ensure fair competition in the Spanish railway sector by allowing competitors to replace maquinistas affected by Renfe's hiring practices.

May 28, 2024

The Bundeskartellamt is closely examining the 50+1 rule in light of the European Court of Justice's recent case law and will be scrutinizing Deutsche Fußball Liga's (DFL) licensing practices.

May 28, 2024

The AdC urges companies to balance sustainability goals with competition laws to avoid violations, offering a Best Practices Guide on Sustainability Agreements for public consultation.

May 28, 2024

The President of the Polish Office of Competition and Consumer Protection (UOKiK) has initiated an explanatory proceeding regarding possible anticompetitive practices in the sale of Xiaomi hardware, with searches conducted at three entities' premises.

May 28, 2024

A study by the Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) highlights the impact of limited competition among major Dutch banks on consumer savings rates, with recommendations to boost market competition.

May 27, 2024

The CNMC assesses internal contracting between public entities within the Enusa Group to ensure compliance with competition rules under public procurement regulations.

May 27, 2024

The Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) has identified a lack of competition among major Dutch banks as the reason behind low savings rates for consumers.

May 27, 2024

Nuno Cunha Rodrigues evaluates the application of competition law in Portugal during a conference by the Circle of Portuguese Competition Lawyers.

May 27, 2024

The President of the Polish Office of Competition and Consumer Protection (UOKiK) has initiated an investigative procedure regarding potential anticompetitive practices in the sale of Xiaomi products, with raids conducted at the company's premises.