Antitrust News Feed
Latest antitrust and competition law updates from global authorities
Luxembourg competition authority
Luxembourg Competition Authority Raises Concerns on ILR Regulation Projects
Jun 29, 2025
The Luxembourg competition authority has expressed reservations regarding the analysis of market regulations proposed by the Institute of Regulation, particularly concerning the third criterion test.
Estonian competition authority
Estonian Authority Calls for Systemic Changes in Packaging Waste Management
Jun 29, 2025
The Estonian competition authority has identified multiple market failures in the packaging waste collection and recycling sector, urging for systemic changes to enhance competition.
US Department of Justice
DOJ and FTC Discuss Drug Pricing Competition
Jun 29, 2025
The Department of Justice and the Federal Trade Commission are holding listening sessions to address how competition can help lower drug prices for Americans, focusing on anticompetitive practices by pharmaceutical companies.
US Department of Justice
DOJ Approves HPE-Juniper Merger with Key Divestitures and Licensing
Jun 27, 2025
The Justice Department has reached a settlement allowing HPE's acquisition of Juniper Networks to proceed, contingent on significant divestitures and licensing commitments to promote competition.
Polish UOKiK
Polish Authority Reviews Safety of Electric Gardening Equipment
Jun 27, 2025
The Polish competition authority has conducted safety inspections on various electric gardening machines, revealing issues with some models that could pose risks to users.
Dutch ACM
Strict Conditions Set for DPG Media's Acquisition of RTL Nederland
Jun 27, 2025
The Dutch competition authority, ACM, has approved DPG Media's acquisition of RTL Nederland but imposed strict conditions to protect media pluralism and ensure independent news sources remain available.
Latvian competition authority
Latvian Authority Approves Acquisition of Estonia Farmid OÜ by Estonian Holding Company
Jun 26, 2025
The Latvian competition authority has granted approval for OÜ EG Biofond to acquire a controlling interest in Estonia Farmid OÜ, concluding that the merger will not significantly harm competition.
Irish competition authority
New Accessibility Law Set to Transform Irish Market by 2025
Jun 26, 2025
The European Accessibility Act will come into effect in Ireland on June 28, 2025, aiming to enhance accessibility for disabled individuals across various products and services.
Spanish competition authority
Telecom Package Prices See Slight Decrease in 2024
Jun 26, 2025
The Spanish competition authority reports a minor reduction in telecommunications package prices for 2024, reflecting ongoing market dynamics.
Estonian competition authority
Estonian Competition Authority Reviews Price Regulation Outcomes
Jun 26, 2025
The Estonian competition authority has analyzed the impact of price regulation in the energy sector from 2021 to 2023, highlighting significant changes and improvements in price stability and energy efficiency.
Luxembourg competition authority
Luxembourg and France Strengthen Antitrust Cooperation
Jun 26, 2025
The Luxembourg competition authority hosted a delegation from the French competition authority, focusing on collaboration in antitrust enforcement and merger control.
Danish competition authority
Danish Authority Fines Mærsk 10 Million Kroner for Merger Violation
Jun 26, 2025
The Danish competition authority has imposed a fine of 10 million kroner on A.P. Møller-Mærsk A/S for failing to comply with merger control regulations during its acquisition of Pilot Air Freight Holdings LLC.
Dutch ACM
Dutch Authority Seeks Feedback on New Grid Project Prioritization Framework
Jun 26, 2025
The Dutch competition authority, ACM, is inviting stakeholders to provide feedback on a draft decision aimed at prioritizing grid connection projects that serve major social objectives, such as schools and hospitals.
Croatian competition authority
Croatian Retailer Fined for Unfair Trading Practices
Jun 25, 2025
The Croatian Competition Agency has fined retailer PPK-BJELOVAR EUR 50,000 for imposing unfair trading practices on its suppliers in the food supply chain.
Hungarian competition authority
Hungarian Competition Authority Emphasizes Collaboration for AI's Economic Benefits
Jun 25, 2025
The president of the Hungarian Competition Authority highlights the need for coordinated efforts in harnessing artificial intelligence for societal benefits during a recent conference.