Antitrust News Feed

Feb 6, 2025

The Hungarian competition authority has fined DIGI for unclear communication regarding subscriber fee increases and inflation-related adjustments, leading to consumer confusion.

Feb 6, 2025

The Hungarian competition authority has launched an investigation into RTL+ Premium's advertising claims regarding live broadcasts of UEFA Champions League matches, suspecting potential consumer deception.

Feb 6, 2025

The Italian Competition Authority has initiated an investigation into Poltronesofà for allegedly misleading consumers with improper price displays in its advertising campaigns.

Feb 6, 2025

The Austrian competition authority has imposed a significant fine on REWE International AG for executing a merger without prior notification, highlighting the importance of compliance with merger regulations.

Feb 6, 2025

The Dutch competition authority has reprimanded an international company for potential market manipulation in the natural gas wholesale market, specifically for the illegal practice known as 'marking the close'.

Feb 6, 2025

The Dutch competition authority has conditionally approved KPN's acquisition of Open Tower Company, ensuring fair access to antenna sites for all telecom operators.

Feb 5, 2025

The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) has conditionally approved Phoenix Tower International's acquisition of Cellnex, requiring binding commitments to address competition concerns.

Feb 5, 2025

The Latvian Competition Authority has initiated procedural actions against three companies in the coffee machine market, suspecting potential resale price fixing that could harm consumers.

Feb 5, 2025

A recent analysis by the Danish competition authority highlights the struggles faced by girls and young people with low self-control regarding social media use, linking it to lower well-being and increased dependency.

Feb 5, 2025

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has denied the Infant Nutrition Council's request to authorize a code restricting infant formula marketing, citing concerns over competition and public benefits.

Feb 5, 2025

The Belgian Competition Authority has initiated a comprehensive inquiry into sectoral price revision and indexation mechanisms, aiming to assess their impact on inflation and compliance with competition law.

Feb 5, 2025

The Estonian competition authority reports a decrease in average electricity and natural gas prices for 2024, reflecting market volatility and increased renewable energy investments.

Feb 5, 2025

A recent survey indicates that while a majority of Lithuanian companies understand key competition law requirements, there remains a significant need for further education on the subject.

Feb 5, 2025

The Polish competition authority has imposed significant fines on two companies for misleading consumers during promotional events, where attendees were tricked into making purchases under false pretenses.

Feb 4, 2025

The New Zealand Commerce Commission has issued a compliance advice letter to RANZCO, addressing concerns over potential anti-competitive practices related to training optometrists for surgical procedures.