Antitrust News Feed
Latest antitrust and competition law updates from global authorities
Competition Bureau Canada
Navigating Competition Challenges in Uncertain Times
Nov 17, 2025
Matthew Boswell, Commissioner of Competition, addresses the importance of stability and international cooperation for competition agencies amidst global uncertainties at the 2025 International Bar Association Annual Conference.
Dutch ACM
ACM Investigates Bid-Rigging in Municipal Tenders
Nov 17, 2025
The Dutch competition authority, ACM, is investigating three contracting companies for potential bid-rigging in a municipal tender process, following dawn raids.
Polish UOKiK
Polish Competition Authority Takes Action Against LOT Airlines Over Baggage Claims
Nov 17, 2025
The Polish competition authority has accused LOT Airlines of misleading consumers regarding baggage damage and delay claims, potentially violating consumer rights.
French Competition Authority
French Competition Authority Fines TotalEnergies and Others €187.5 Million for Anticompetitive Practices in Corsica
Nov 16, 2025
The French competition authority has imposed a €187.5 million fine on TotalEnergies Marketing France and two Rubis group companies for engaging in anticompetitive agreements in the fuel distribution sector in Corsica.
US Federal Trade Commission
FTC Bans Seek Capital and CEO from Business Financing Services
Nov 16, 2025
The Federal Trade Commission has permanently banned Seek Capital and its CEO from providing business financing and related services due to deceptive practices targeting small business owners.
Hungarian competition authority
Hungarian Competition Authority Investigates Google for Phishing Ads
Nov 16, 2025
The Hungarian competition authority has launched an investigation into Google for allegedly failing to properly monitor phishing advertisements on its platform, potentially endangering consumers.
Finnish Competition and Consumer Authority
FCCA Proposes €7.6 Million Penalty for Finnair's Misleading Information
Nov 16, 2025
The Finnish Competition and Consumer Authority has proposed a €7.6 million penalty for Finnair due to the provision of incorrect and misleading information during an investigation.
Polish UOKiK
Polish Authorities Investigate Safety Compliance of Electric Bicycles
Nov 14, 2025
The Polish competition authority, along with other agencies, has conducted checks on 1,139 electric bicycles imported from outside the EU, revealing significant compliance issues.
US Federal Trade Commission
FTC Mandates Sale of Oil Change Shops in Valvoline-Greenbriar Merger
Nov 13, 2025
The Federal Trade Commission has mandated Valvoline and Greenbriar to divest 45 quick-lube oil change shops to address antitrust concerns related to their $625 million acquisition deal.
Australian competition authority
ACCC Launches Quad Bike Safety Campaign to Protect Farmers and Families
Nov 13, 2025
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has initiated a safety awareness campaign highlighting the dangers of quad bikes, particularly for older male farmers and children.
European Commission
European Commission Seeks Feedback on SAP's Commitments to Address Antitrust Concerns
Nov 13, 2025
The European Commission is inviting comments on commitments proposed by SAP to resolve potential anticompetitive practices related to its maintenance and support services for on-premises ERP software.
Spanish competition authority
CNMC Proposes Reforms for Used Oil Management Systems
Nov 13, 2025
The Spanish competition authority, CNMC, recommends regulatory changes to enhance competition among used oil management systems and streamline processes for industrial waste.
Spanish competition authority
High-Speed Train Travelers Report Highest Satisfaction in Spain
Nov 13, 2025
According to the latest survey by the Spanish competition authority, high-speed train services are the most favored by travelers, despite a general decline in satisfaction across other rail services.
Competition Bureau Canada
Canada's Competition Bureau Seeks Public Input on New Merger Guidelines
Nov 13, 2025
The Competition Bureau of Canada is inviting public feedback on its proposed merger enforcement guidelines, which aim to modernize the approach to merger analysis in light of recent changes to competition laws.
Competition Bureau Canada
Canada's Competition Bureau Seeks Public Input on New Merger Guidelines
Nov 13, 2025
The Competition Bureau of Canada is inviting public feedback on its proposed updated merger enforcement guidelines, aimed at modernizing the approach to merger analysis.
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