Antitrust News Feed
Latest antitrust and competition law updates from global authorities
Greek competition authority
Fines Imposed on Pet Food Suppliers for Price Fixing
Mar 5, 2026
The Greek competition authority has imposed fines totaling nearly €500,000 on two pet food suppliers for engaging in resale price maintenance practices.
Czech competition authority
Czech Competition Authority Releases February Newsletter Highlighting Key Decisions
Mar 5, 2026
The Czech competition authority has published its February newsletter, summarizing important decisions in competition law, public procurement, and state aid.
Australian competition authority
National Anti-Scam Centre Report Highlights Success in Combating Romance Scams
Mar 5, 2026
The National Anti-Scam Centre's latest report reveals the effectiveness of a collaborative taskforce in tackling romance scams, showcasing significant financial and emotional impacts on victims.
Australian competition authority
ACCC Seeks Feedback on Authorisation for Countrywide Australasia
Mar 5, 2026
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has proposed to authorise Countrywide Australasia Limited to negotiate trade terms collectively with suppliers for a period of five years.
Spanish competition authority
Spanish Competition Authority Investigates Anticompetitive Practices in Insurance Sector
Mar 5, 2026
The Spanish competition authority, CNMC, is investigating potential anticompetitive practices in the insurance market, focusing on agreements among insurers and brokers.
Australian competition authority
ACCC Monitors Petrol Prices Amid Middle East Tensions
Mar 5, 2026
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) is closely monitoring petrol prices as international crude oil prices fluctuate due to ongoing conflicts in the Middle East.
Competition Bureau Canada
Advancing Open Banking for Canadian Consumers
Mar 5, 2026
Jeanne Pratt, Acting Commissioner of Competition, emphasizes the importance of open banking in enhancing competition and affordability in Canada's financial sector during her speech at the Open Banking Expo 2026.
Polish UOKiK
Polish Authority Cracks Down on Mislabeling of Fruits and Vegetables
Mar 5, 2026
The Polish competition authority has taken significant action against misleading country of origin labeling for fruits and vegetables, resulting in substantial fines for major retailers.
Dutch ACM
ACM Enhances Monitoring of Energy Market Amid Price Surge
Mar 5, 2026
The Dutch competition authority, ACM, is intensifying its oversight of the consumer energy market due to rising wholesale natural gas prices, focusing on contract availability and supplier stability.
UK Competition & Markets Authority
CMA Initiates Review of Private Dentistry Market
Mar 5, 2026
The UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has launched a review of the private dentistry sector, seeking consumer and professional feedback to assess market effectiveness and transparency.
UK Competition & Markets Authority
CMA Addresses Private Dentistry Market Concerns
Mar 5, 2026
The UK competition authority, CMA, has released correspondence regarding its oversight of the private dentistry market, highlighting its ongoing efforts to ensure fair competition.
Spanish competition authority
CNMC Releases Provisional Settlements for Electricity and Gas Sectors
Mar 4, 2026
The Spanish competition authority, CNMC, has published provisional settlements for the electricity and gas sectors, revealing significant financial discrepancies and trends in energy consumption.
Australian competition authority
Increased Airport Investments May Lead to Higher Airfares for Passengers
Mar 4, 2026
Australia's major airports have ramped up infrastructure investments significantly, but this could result in increased airfares as costs are passed on to consumers, according to the ACCC's latest report.
Greek competition authority
Greek Competition Authority Concludes Public Consultation on Banking Deposits Sector Inquiry
Mar 4, 2026
The Greek competition authority has completed a public consultation regarding its inquiry into banking deposits, inviting stakeholders to submit their views until March 31, 2026.
Czech competition authority
Czech Authority Halts Investigation Against Seznam.cz After Pricing Commitments
Mar 4, 2026
The Czech competition authority has closed its investigation into Seznam.cz for potential abuse of dominance after the company agreed to amend its pricing rules for real estate agents on the Sreality.cz platform.
