Antitrust News Feed
Latest antitrust and competition law updates from global authorities
Dutch ACM
ACM Develops New Tariff Methodology for Energy System Operators
Dec 13, 2024
The Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) is creating a new regulatory methodology to set tariffs for system operators starting in 2027, following extensive stakeholder consultations.
Polish UOKiK
New EU Regulations Enhance Product Safety in Digital Era
Dec 13, 2024
New regulations effective today ensure safer product purchases for consumers across all sales channels, placing greater responsibility on e-commerce platforms and manufacturers.
Hungarian competition authority
GVH Uncovers Railway Procurement Cartel with Heavy Fines
Dec 12, 2024
The Hungarian Competition Authority (GVH) has revealed a cartel involving multiple companies in a railway development procurement, resulting in a total fine of 1.2 billion HUF for the Homlok Group.
French Competition Authority
Carrefour's Acquisition of Casino Stores Approved with Conditions
Dec 12, 2024
The Autorité de la concurrence has approved Carrefour's acquisition of 25 food retail stores from the Casino group, contingent upon the divestiture of two stores to maintain competition.
Polish UOKiK
Warning: Unsafe Toys Found in Recent Inspections
Dec 12, 2024
Recent inspections by the Trade Inspection Authority revealed alarming safety issues in children's toys, with one in four models failing to meet safety standards.
Danish competition authority
Silvan Faces Legal Action for Illegally Charging Payment Fees
Dec 11, 2024
Silvan has been reported to the police for illegally charging fees on common payment methods, marking its third violation of payment laws.
Polish UOKiK
UOKiK Collaborates with Kenya to Enhance Consumer Protection
Dec 11, 2024
Experts from UOKiK visited the Competition Authority of Kenya to share insights on consumer protection and market oversight as part of the Polish Aid program.
UK Competition & Markets Authority
CMA Investigates Alleged Bid-Rigging in School Construction Contracts
Dec 11, 2024
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is investigating potential bid-rigging among companies involved in roofing and construction services for school improvement projects funded by the government.
Dutch ACM
ACM Reports Drop in Complaints About Directory Assistance Services Amid New Regulations
Dec 11, 2024
The Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) has noted a significant decrease in complaints regarding paid directory assistance services following the introduction of stricter regulations, but warns of emerging misleading practices.
Polish UOKiK
Wizz Air Faces Consumer Complaints Over Baggage Claims
Dec 11, 2024
Wizz Air is under scrutiny from UOKiK for failing to respond to baggage damage claims within the required timeframe and for providing misleading information about its liability.
Hungarian competition authority
Navigating Digital Transformation Regulations in the EU
Dec 10, 2024
The Hungarian Competition Authority (GVH) recently presented a new book on the regulation of digital transformation in the EU, emphasizing the need for close cooperation among authorities in a rapidly changing digital landscape.
Dutch ACM
International Cooperation in Sports Goods Antitrust Investigation
Dec 10, 2024
The Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) is aiding the Romanian Competition Council in investigating potential illegal agreements in the sports goods sector, following dawn raids at several companies.
Dutch ACM
ACM Mandates Clearer Pricing for Reizendeal's Auction Travel Offers
Dec 10, 2024
The Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) has mandated travel auction website Reizendeal to enhance transparency in its pricing and offers following consumer complaints about hidden costs.
Dutch ACM
ACM Monitors Clean Energy Amid HEM Customer Transition
Dec 10, 2024
The Dutch ACM is closely monitoring Clean Energy as it prepares to take over HEM's customer contracts following HEM's license revocation.
UK Competition & Markets Authority
CMA Investigation Leads to £23 Million Settlement for NHS
Dec 10, 2024
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has launched an investigation into Vifor Pharma for potentially misleading claims about a rival treatment, resulting in a £23 million payment to the NHS.
