Antitrust News Feed

Oct 23, 2025

Unilever will cease using vague sustainability claims on its product packaging after the Dutch Consumers’ Association raised concerns, prompting action from the Dutch competition authority.

Oct 23, 2025

In a keynote speech, the Chair of the UK Competition and Markets Authority emphasized the critical role of competition and consumer protection in driving economic growth amidst current financial challenges.

Oct 22, 2025

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has opposed MicroStar's proposed acquisition of Konvoy's assets, citing concerns over reduced competition in the keg pooling market.

Oct 22, 2025

The Estonian Competition Authority is shifting to a service-based management model to enhance the quality of public services and better meet the needs of individuals and businesses.

Oct 22, 2025

The Greek competition authority has prioritized an investigation into potential anti-competitive practices in the organized school trip services market, focusing on possible cartel behavior.

Oct 22, 2025

The Spanish competition authority, CNMC, has issued recommendations to enhance competition and transparency in the new regulation on deforestation-free products, emphasizing the need to prevent sensitive information exchange among operators.

Oct 22, 2025

AFA Decaux has been fined DKK 10 million for illegally coordinating discount rates with Clear Channel Denmark, restricting competition in outdoor advertising for over six years.

Oct 22, 2025

The UK Competition and Markets Authority has confirmed that Apple and Google hold strategic market status in their mobile platforms, enabling potential regulatory interventions to enhance competition.

Oct 22, 2025

The Polish competition authority has charged four companies in the renewable energy sector for unfair practices, while imposing a significant fine on Sunday Polska for contract violations.

Oct 21, 2025

The Greek Competition Authority has carried out surprise inspections in the passenger transport sector to investigate potential anti-competitive practices.

Oct 21, 2025

The Spanish competition authority, CNMC, has released studies highlighting the need for improved competition in port services, which currently face regulatory inefficiencies and monopolistic practices.

Oct 21, 2025

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has authorized the South Australian Chamber of Mines and Energy to form a joint electricity buying group, allowing members to pool demand and negotiate better supply agreements.

Oct 21, 2025

The Dutch competition authority, ACM, has issued a warning regarding telemarketing practices that involve authorizations for energy contracts, highlighting the risks of unwanted switches and high fees for consumers and businesses.

Oct 21, 2025

The UK competition authority, CMA, has responded to the DBT's call for evidence regarding the opt-out collective actions regime, emphasizing the synergy between public and private enforcement.

Oct 21, 2025

The German competition authority and the Federal Network Agency have investigated unusually high electricity prices during dark calm periods in late 2024, finding no evidence of abusive behavior.