Antitrust News Feed
Latest antitrust and competition law updates from global authorities
German Bundeskartellamt
German Competition Authority Faces Technical Issues
Oct 14, 2025
The German competition authority has encountered a technical problem, resulting in a 404 error for recent requests.
European Commission
European Commission Imposes €157 Million Fine on Gucci, Chloé, and Loewe for Price Fixing
Oct 13, 2025
The European Commission has fined fashion brands Gucci, Chloé, and Loewe over €157 million for engaging in anticompetitive pricing practices that restricted retailers' pricing freedom.
Spanish competition authority
CNMC Engages with Electric Sector to Address Voltage Stability Issues
Oct 13, 2025
The Spanish competition authority, CNMC, has met with key players in the electric sector to discuss recent voltage fluctuations and their impact on system stability.
Hungarian competition authority
Hungarian Competition Authority Fines Security Firms for Market Restrictions
Oct 13, 2025
The Hungarian competition authority has imposed a fine of 365.5 million HUF on Paradox Security Systems and its Hungarian distributor for restricting competition in the security equipment market.
Hungarian competition authority
Hungary's Role as a Regional Hub for Competition Law Knowledge Sharing
Oct 13, 2025
The Hungarian Competition Authority and the OECD's Regional Competition Education Center celebrate 20 years of successful collaboration in promoting competition law knowledge in Eastern Europe and Central Asia.
Belgian competition authority
Belgian Competition Authority Seeks Input on Fiber Network Cooperation Commitments
Oct 13, 2025
The Belgian Competition Authority has launched a public consultation regarding commitments from Proximus/Fiberklaar and Telenet/Wyre aimed at sharing fiber network deployment in Flanders, addressing competition concerns.
UK Competition & Markets Authority
CMA Launches Phase 2 Investigation into Constellation's Acquisition of Aston Barclay
Oct 13, 2025
The UK Competition and Markets Authority has referred the merger between Constellation Developments and Aston Barclay for a Phase 2 investigation due to concerns over reduced competition in the used vehicle auction market.
German Bundeskartellamt
German Competition Authority Faces Technical Issues
Oct 13, 2025
The German competition authority has encountered a technical problem, resulting in a 404 error for recent requests.
German Bundeskartellamt
Discussion on Evolving Merger Control at German Competition Authority Meeting
Oct 13, 2025
The German competition authority hosted a meeting on October 9, 2025, focusing on the evolving landscape of merger control amidst digital and economic challenges.
Polish UOKiK
UOKiK Accuses Bunge and Procam of Unfair Contractual Practices Against Farmers
Oct 13, 2025
The Polish competition authority has charged Bunge Polska and Procam Polska with unfairly exploiting their contractual advantage over farmers, particularly regarding force majeure clauses.
Croatian competition authority
Croatian Competition Authority Reviews Public Tender Conditions in Dubrovnik
Oct 12, 2025
The Croatian competition authority has issued an opinion regarding the public tender for leasing public spaces in Dubrovnik, highlighting potential competition law violations.
Spanish competition authority
CNMC Opens Public Hearing on New Electricity Distribution Compensation Methodology
Oct 12, 2025
The Spanish competition authority, CNMC, has initiated a public hearing for a new circular on the compensation methodology for electricity distribution, aimed at enhancing efficiency and adapting to current energy challenges.
UK Competition & Markets Authority
CMA Acknowledges PHIN's Silver Compliance Milestone Achievement
Oct 10, 2025
The UK competition authority, CMA, has recognized PHIN for achieving its silver compliance milestone, significantly improving transparency in private healthcare fees and data reporting.
Dutch ACM
Dutch Energy Suppliers Improve Transparency on Electricity Origins
Oct 10, 2025
Following interventions by the Dutch competition authority, all energy suppliers in the Netherlands are now accurately reporting the origins of their electricity, enhancing consumer transparency.
Polish UOKiK
Polish Authority Uncovers Safety Issues in Infant Sleep Products
Oct 10, 2025
The Polish competition authority has conducted an inspection of infant sleep products, revealing significant safety and labeling issues in the majority of items tested.
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