Antitrust News Feed
Latest antitrust and competition law updates from global authorities
UK Competition & Markets Authority
Court Affirms CMA's £99 Million Fine on Pharma for Unjustified Price Hikes
May 7, 2025
The UK Court of Appeal has upheld the Competition and Markets Authority's £99 million fine against Advanz Pharma and its owners for excessive pricing of thyroid medication, reinforcing the CMA's commitment to fair pricing in the NHS.
Hungarian competition authority
Hungarian Competition Authority Completes Rapid Sector Investigation on Vehicle Procurement
May 7, 2025
The Hungarian competition authority has concluded a rapid investigation into the vehicle procurement market, noting a decrease in single-bid procurements from 2021 to 2023.
US Federal Trade Commission
FTC Settles with Cerebral, Distributing Over $5 Million in Consumer Refunds
May 7, 2025
The Federal Trade Commission has ordered refunds exceeding $5 million to over 40,000 consumers after settling allegations against Cerebral, Inc. for deceptive cancellation practices.
Finnish competition authority
Wolt Modifies Terms Amid FCCA Investigation to Enhance Competition
May 7, 2025
The Finnish Competition and Consumer Authority (FCCA) has intervened in Wolt's contractual terms, prompting the company to cease practices that restricted competition in the food delivery market. A forthcoming report will assess the impact of these changes.
Finnish competition authority
Wolt Modifies Terms Amid FCCA Investigation to Enhance Competition
May 7, 2025
The Finnish Competition and Consumer Authority has intervened in Wolt's contractual practices, prompting the company to revise its terms to prevent market concentration in the food delivery sector. A report analyzing the impact of these changes is expected soon.
Dutch ACM
Dutch Authority Launches DSA Compliance Tool for Businesses
May 7, 2025
The Dutch competition authority, ACM, has introduced the DSA check, an online tool designed to help businesses determine their compliance with the Digital Services Act (DSA). This initiative aims to create a safer online environment for both consumers and businesses.
German Bundeskartellamt
German Antitrust Authority Fines Sennheiser and Sonova for Price Fixing
May 7, 2025
The German competition authority, Bundeskartellamt, has imposed fines totaling nearly six million euros on Sennheiser and Sonova for engaging in vertical price fixing in the audio products market.
New Zealand competition authority
New Zealand's Commerce Commission Approves Contact Energy's Acquisition of Manawa Energy
May 6, 2025
The Commerce Commission of New Zealand has approved Contact Energy's acquisition of Manawa Energy, concluding that the merger will not significantly reduce competition in the electricity market.
German Bundeskartellamt
Sennheiser and Sonova Fined for Price Fixing in Audio Products
May 6, 2025
The German competition authority has fined Sennheiser and Sonova nearly 6 million euros for engaging in vertical price fixing practices in the audio products market.
Australian competition authority
ACCC Moves to Authorize Transition from Cheques in Australia
May 6, 2025
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has proposed to authorize the Australian Payments Network Limited to facilitate the wind down of the cheques system in Australia, aiming for complete cessation by 2029.
Greek competition authority
Greek Competition Authority Launches Investigation into Ferry Industry
May 6, 2025
The Greek Competition Authority has initiated a sector inquiry into the ferry industry, focusing on pricing trends and competition dynamics critical to the Greek economy and social cohesion.
Hungarian competition authority
Coca-Cola to Revise Green Marketing Claims Following European Consumer Protection Initiative
May 6, 2025
The Hungarian competition authority has announced that Coca-Cola will change its misleading green marketing messages as part of a collaborative effort with European consumer protection agencies.
US Department of Justice
US Authorities Investigate Anticompetitive Practices in Live Ticketing
May 6, 2025
The Justice Department and the Federal Trade Commission are launching a public inquiry into unfair practices in the live concert and entertainment industry, inviting public comments to inform future regulations.
Competition Bureau Canada
Investigation Launched into BWX Technologies' Acquisition of Kinectrics
May 6, 2025
The Competition Bureau of Canada is investigating BWX Technologies' proposed acquisition of Kinectrics, focusing on potential impacts on competition in the nuclear medicine sector.
Italian Competition Authority
Italian Authority Closes Investigation into Enel Energia's Renewal Practices
May 6, 2025
The Italian competition authority has concluded its investigation into Enel Energia for potentially misleading communication regarding contract renewals, resulting in compensatory measures for affected customers.
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