Dutch ACM Updates

Mar 27, 2025

The Dutch competition authority, ACM, intervened to stop FixitFaster.nl from collecting debts after receiving numerous consumer complaints, leading the company to adjust its practices.

Mar 26, 2025

The Dutch competition authority, ACM, emphasizes the need for clear decisions regarding the future of the electricity system to meet climate goals and ensure resource adequacy.

Mar 26, 2025

The Dutch competition authority, ACM, has announced it requires additional time to assess numerous complaints regarding charges at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, with a decision expected in May.

Mar 21, 2025

The Dutch competition authority and European consumer authorities are pushing for clearer communication regarding in-game virtual currencies to enhance consumer protection.

Mar 18, 2025

The Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) has released its 2024 annual report, emphasizing targeted interventions in energy, the digital economy, and sustainability to enhance market functionality.

Mar 14, 2025

The Dutch competition authority, ACM, acknowledges the challenges in managing rising energy costs and outlines strategies for more efficient electricity infrastructure funding.

Mar 14, 2025

The Dutch competition authority, ACM, reported a record number of consumer complaints in 2024, prompting the launch of educational videos to help consumers understand their rights.

Mar 13, 2025

The Dutch competition authority, ACM, reports a 10% increase in feed-in costs for households with solar panels, alongside rising prices for fixed energy contracts.

Mar 10, 2025

The Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) is now empowered to investigate compliance with the Digital Markets Act (DMA), aimed at enhancing competition among digital platforms.

Mar 7, 2025

The Dutch competition authority, ACM, has initiated an investigation into Brink’s acquisition of Ziemann, raising concerns about competition in the cash-in-transit market.

Mar 5, 2025

The Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) is tightening accounting rules for heat suppliers to ensure consistent reporting of financial returns, following an investigation that revealed discrepancies in their calculations.

Mar 4, 2025

The Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) is tightening accounting rules for heat suppliers to ensure consistent reporting of financial returns, following an investigation that revealed discrepancies in their calculations.

Feb 28, 2025

A medical alert system provider for seniors will compensate consumers and adjust its practices following intervention by the Dutch competition authority, ACM.

Feb 24, 2025

The Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets has cautioned dog food suppliers about their illegal influence on retail prices, emphasizing that retailers must independently set their prices.

Feb 21, 2025

The Dutch competition authority has approved Foresco's acquisition of pallet sellers DWP and Vierhouten, while also investigating Foresco's broader strategy of serial acquisitions.