Antitrust News Feed

Mar 15, 2026

The Austrian Federal Competition Authority (AFCA) has published its annual report for 2025, detailing its intensified measures against unfair trading practices in the food sector and ongoing investigations.

Mar 15, 2026

The Spanish competition authority, CNMC, is analyzing whether Enagás GTS is adhering to functional separation criteria to ensure neutrality in its regulated activities.

Mar 15, 2026

A roundtable organized by the Croatian competition authority and a business journal focused on the intersection of green transition and market competition, emphasizing the need for clear rules and innovation.

Mar 14, 2026

The Chief Executive of the UK Competition and Markets Authority, Sarah Cardell, outlines the agency's efforts to monitor pricing pressures and ensure effective competition in essential markets.

Mar 13, 2026

The Polish competition authority highlights the manipulative tactics used by businesses to influence consumer behavior, urging consumers to recognize and reject these 'dark patterns'.

Mar 12, 2026

Hyatt hotels in Australia have revised their card payment surcharging practices after an investigation by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) revealed excessive charges.

Mar 12, 2026

The Spanish competition authority, CNMC, suggests updates to the law protecting personal honor and privacy in the digital age, including stricter measures for minors and regulations on deepfakes.

Mar 12, 2026

The Belgian Competition Authority has initiated an investigation into AutoScout24 Belgium over allegations of practices that may restrict competition in the used cars sector.

Mar 12, 2026

The Czech competition authority has carried out unannounced inspections in three cases suspected of cartel agreements, focusing on various sectors including healthcare and construction.

Mar 12, 2026

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) is urging fuel retailers to clarify the reasons behind significant variations in petrol and diesel prices across the country, particularly in light of recent international conflicts affecting oil prices.

Mar 12, 2026

The Federal Trade Commission has warned 97 auto dealership groups to ensure their advertised prices reflect the total cost, including all mandatory fees, to protect consumers from deceptive pricing.

Mar 12, 2026

The Hungarian competition authority has mandated About You to pay over 500 million HUF in compensation to consumers due to misleading marketing practices.

Mar 12, 2026

The Greek Competition Authority has carried out surprise inspections in companies involved in water supply, irrigation, and wastewater management to investigate potential anti-competitive practices.

Mar 12, 2026

The Competition Bureau of Canada addressed the Senate Standing Committee on Agriculture and Forestry, emphasizing the importance of competition in ensuring food security for Canadians.

Mar 12, 2026

The UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is intensifying its monitoring of petrol and diesel prices, requiring fuel firms to submit detailed financial data.