Antitrust News Feed

Apr 30, 2024

The Competition Council has confirmed that Kauno Liftai fulfilled its commitments by divesting part of the acquired business, ensuring competition in the maintenance, repair, and replacement of lifting equipment markets in Lithuania.

Apr 29, 2024

The CNMC has approved a resolution to simplify procedures for biomethane producers to connect their facilities to the gas network, promoting renewable energy and decarbonization.

Apr 29, 2024

The European Commission has unveiled whistleblower tools for the Digital Services Act (DSA) and Digital Markets Act (DMA), enabling individuals to report harmful practices of Very Large Online Platforms (VLOPs) and violations by gatekeepers without fear of reprisals.

Apr 29, 2024

European consumer authorities are demanding that 20 airlines in Europe stop using false sustainability claims within 30 days, following a complaint by the European Consumer Organization.

Apr 29, 2024

Accord-UK and Auden Mckenzie failed to overturn a £2.8 million fine for illegally sharing the hydrocortisone market, impacting prices and competition in the pharmaceutical sector.

Apr 28, 2024

Wholesale electricity prices in Spain saw a decline in 2023 due to lower gas prices, reduced demand, and increased contribution from renewable energy sources.

Apr 28, 2024

Allround Hollands Energie B.V. (HEM) in the Netherlands is allowing customers who took out fixed contracts in 2023 or through April 29, 2024, to either stay with the company for reduced rates or switch to another supplier without incurring early-termination fees.

Apr 28, 2024

The European Commission has designated Apple's iPadOS as a gatekeeper under the Digital Markets Act, despite not meeting the quantitative thresholds, due to its importance as a gateway for business users to reach end users.

Apr 28, 2024

The Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) is conducting a further investigation into Foresco's acquisition of pallet sellers DWP and Vierhouten, concerned about the potential impact on competition in the market for new wooden pallets.

Apr 28, 2024

Accord-UK and Auden Mckenzie lost their appeal against a £2.8 million fine for illegally sharing the hydrocortisone market, impacting prices and competition in the pharmaceutical sector.

Apr 25, 2024

Over 130 partners have joined a social campaign by the President of the Office of Competition and Consumer Protection (UOKiK) in Poland to warn consumers about fraudulent investments and scams involving well-known individuals or companies.

Apr 25, 2024

The CNMC positively assesses the elimination of advertising restrictions for health products like glasses, contact lenses, and pregnancy tests, as the Ministry of Health prepares a new Real Decreto to replace prior authorization with a declaration of responsibility for certain low-impact health products.

Apr 25, 2024

The CMA is investigating Lindab's purchase of HAS-Vent due to concerns over reduced competition in the supply of circular ducts and fittings in England and Wales, potentially leading to higher construction prices.

Apr 24, 2024

The Hungarian Competition Authority (GVH) agrees with the postponement of certain planned amendments to the competition law, aiming to ensure comprehensive professional consultation before implementing changes.

Apr 24, 2024

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has announced changes to its Phase 2 merger investigation process, aiming to streamline investigations, enhance engagement with businesses, and encourage early remedies.