Antitrust News Feed
Latest antitrust and competition law updates from global authorities
US Federal Trade Commission
FTC Issues Warning to 97 Auto Dealerships Over Deceptive Pricing Practices
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.
Hungarian competition authority
About You to Compensate Hungarian Consumers Over Misleading Practices
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.
Greek competition authority
Greek Competition Authority Conducts Surprise Inspections in Water Supply and Waste Management Sectors
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.
Competition Bureau Canada
Competition Bureau Discusses Food Security with Senate Committee
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.
UK Competition & Markets Authority
CMA Enhances Oversight of Fuel Pricing Amid Rising Costs
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.
Competition Bureau Canada
Competition Bureau and Chartwell Reach Agreement to Safeguard Retirement Home Competition
Mar 12, 2026
The Competition Bureau of Canada has reached a consent agreement with Chartwell to address competition concerns arising from its acquisition of six retirement homes from Sifton Properties.
Dutch ACM
ACM's 2025 Annual Report Highlights Market Investigations and Regulatory Focus
Mar 12, 2026
The Dutch competition authority, ACM, has released its 2025 Annual Report, detailing its market investigations and focus on the digital economy, energy transition, and sustainability.
German Bundeskartellamt
Upcoming International Competition Conference in Berlin
Mar 12, 2026
The German competition authority will host the 23rd International Competition Conference from March 11 to 13, 2026, bringing together key figures in competition law and policy.
German Bundeskartellamt
German Competition Authority Addresses Fuel Price Regulation
Mar 12, 2026
Andreas Mundt, President of the German Federal Cartel Office, supports proposed regulations to limit fuel price changes at gas stations, citing concerns over market transparency.
Portuguese competition authority
Portuguese Competition Authority Fines Employment Association for No-Poach Clause
Mar 11, 2026
The Portuguese Competition Authority has fined the association of temporary employment companies for implementing a no-poach clause that restricted labor market competition.
Greek competition authority
Greek Competition Authority Unveils Strategic Plan for 2026-2029
Mar 11, 2026
The Greek Competition Authority has published its new Strategic Plan for 2026-2029, outlining priorities and action pillars to enhance market competition and transparency.
Finnish Competition and Consumer Authority
FCCA Warns Tampere Window-Cleaning Firms on Competition Law Compliance
Mar 11, 2026
The Finnish Competition and Consumer Authority has urged two Tampere-based high-rise window-cleaning companies to comply with competition law after allegations of customer allocation emerged.
US Federal Trade Commission
FTC Invites Public Input on Rental Housing Fee Practices
Mar 11, 2026
The Federal Trade Commission is seeking public comments on proposed rulemaking to tackle unfair or deceptive fee practices in rental housing, aiming to enhance transparency and competition.
Spanish competition authority
CNMC Proposes Regulatory Improvements for Telecom Security in Emergencies
Mar 11, 2026
The Spanish competition authority, CNMC, has proposed enhancements to regulations aimed at ensuring the security and resilience of telecommunications networks during emergencies.
European Commission (DMA)
European Commission and EDPB Release Contributions on DMA and GDPR Guidelines
Mar 11, 2026
The European Commission and the European Data Protection Board have published contributions from a public consultation on draft guidelines addressing the relationship between the Digital Markets Act and the General Data Protection Regulation.
