Antitrust News Feed

Feb 18, 2025

The German competition authority, Bundeskartellamt, has released a final report on the refining and wholesale of fuels, revealing significant competition challenges and recommending regulatory changes.

Feb 18, 2025

Look Sharp has been fined $292,500 for misleading consumers about product prices and their rights under the Consumer Guarantees Act, following an investigation by New Zealand's Commerce Commission.

Feb 18, 2025

The Hungarian competition authority has intervened to support over 100 local suppliers and create new jobs at SPAR Hungary, following the company's abuse of market power.

Feb 18, 2025

The French competition authority has been tasked with analyzing the pricing margins of wholesale food importers and distributors in Martinique, following a government request aimed at addressing the high cost of living.

Feb 18, 2025

The Portuguese Competition Authority has fined Inetum Group €3,092,000 for anti-competitive practices, specifically no-poach agreements, affecting the labour market over seven years.

Feb 18, 2025

The UK Competition and Markets Authority has issued a supplementary interim report on the merger between Global Business Travel Group and CWT Holdings, indicating a potential approval of the deal.

Feb 17, 2025

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission reports a significant increase in domestic flight demand, with airlines struggling to keep up with seating capacity, leading to fuller flights during the holiday season.

Feb 17, 2025

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is proposing to authorize a five-year integrated alliance between Virgin Australia and Qatar Airways, aimed at launching new international flight services.

Feb 17, 2025

The Polish competition authority has imposed a fine of over 20 million PLN on Exim Tours for unilaterally changing travel conditions without contractual basis, misleading consumers about their rights.

Feb 17, 2025

The UK Competition and Markets Authority has flagged potential competition issues arising from Topps Tiles' acquisition of 30 CTD Tiles stores, which could negatively impact customers in four local areas.

Feb 14, 2025

The UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has released recommendations aimed at helping parents save up to £300 a year on infant formula by improving information and reducing brand influence.

Feb 13, 2025

The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) has initiated a public consultation regarding a proposed levy on online platform providers under the Digital Services Act 2024.

Feb 13, 2025

The Hungarian competition authority has imposed a fine of over 35 million HUF on Foodora for misleading consumers regarding a discount promotion that was only applicable to orders exceeding 6000 HUF.

Feb 13, 2025

In 2024, the Latvian Competition Authority is intensifying its scrutiny of digital markets, emphasizing the need for compliance with evolving competition laws and the impact of major digital platforms.

Feb 13, 2025

The Italian Competition Authority has successfully influenced the Italian Football Federation to change its rules, ensuring that young professional football players must give their consent for apprenticeship contracts.