Antitrust News Feed
Latest antitrust and competition law updates from global authorities
UK Competition & Markets Authority
CMA Secures £100 Million for Affordable Housing from Housebuilders
Jul 9, 2025
The UK Competition and Markets Authority has successfully negotiated a £100 million payment from seven housebuilders to support affordable housing initiatives across the UK, following an investigation into anticompetitive practices.
European Commission
European Commission Issues Guidance for Automotive Patent Licensing Group
Jul 8, 2025
The European Commission has provided informal antitrust guidance for the establishment of a licensing negotiation group in the automotive sector, aimed at facilitating the licensing of standard essential patents.
US Department of Justice
CEO Indicted for Bid Rigging in University Arena Project
Jul 8, 2025
Timothy J. Leiweke, CEO of Oak View Group, has been indicted for allegedly conspiring to rig the bidding process for a public university arena in Austin, Texas, depriving taxpayers of fair competition.
German Bundeskartellamt
Bundeskartellamt Unveils Key Insights in 2024/25 Annual Report
Jul 8, 2025
The Bundeskartellamt has released its Annual Report for 2024/25, highlighting significant developments in competition law enforcement, merger control, and sector inquiries.
French Competition Authority
French Competition Authority Takes Action Against Meta in Online Advertising
Jul 8, 2025
The French competition authority has notified Meta of objections regarding its practices in the online advertising sector, potentially impacting ad verification services and ad space markets.
European Commission
European Commission Offers Guidance on Sustainability Agreements for Ports
Jul 8, 2025
The European Commission has provided informal guidance on a sustainability agreement aimed at reducing CO2 emissions in EU ports through joint purchasing of electric container-handling equipment.
Greek competition authority
Greek Competition Authority Proposes Regulatory Measures for Oil Sector
Jul 8, 2025
The Greek competition authority has initiated a regulatory intervention in the oil sector to assess competition conditions in refining, trading, and retail distribution of petroleum products. A public consultation is now open for proposed measures aimed at enhancing competition.
Hungarian competition authority
Hungarian Competition Authority Reduces Fine for Lamp Retailer Lutec
Jul 8, 2025
The Hungarian competition authority has significantly reduced a fine imposed on Lutec, a lamp retailer, after the company cooperated during the investigation and acknowledged its pricing violations.
Estonian competition authority
Estonian Authority Confirms No Restrictions on Long-Term Electricity Purchase Agreements
Jul 8, 2025
The Estonian competition authority has determined that there are no legal or administrative barriers to entering long-term electricity purchase agreements, aiming to enhance the renewable energy market.
Latvian competition authority
Latvian Authority Fines Utility Company for Abuse of Dominance
Jul 8, 2025
The Latvian competition authority has fined 'Mārupes komunālie pakalpojumi' for abusing its dominant market position, leading to unfair charges for customers.
Spanish competition authority
Spanish Competition Authority: Companies Must Register Only in Their Home Region
Jul 8, 2025
The Spanish competition authority, CNMC, has announced that businesses are required to register solely in their autonomous community of origin, aiming to streamline regulatory processes.
Dutch ACM
Dutch Authority Investigates Battery Systems and Electrolyzers' Role in Grid Efficiency
Jul 8, 2025
The Dutch competition authority, ACM, is launching a study to assess how battery systems and electrolyzers can enhance grid efficiency and how they should be rewarded for their contributions.
Dutch ACM
Fiber-Optic Surpasses Cable in Dutch Households: Q1 2025 Telecom Trends
Jul 8, 2025
The latest Telecom Monitor from the Dutch competition authority reveals that fiber-optic internet has overtaken cable broadband in household usage for the first time, while mobile data consumption continues to rise.
Irish competition authority
Circle K's Acquisition of Pelco Approved with Conditions
Jul 7, 2025
The Irish competition authority, CCPC, has approved Circle K's acquisition of Pelco-operated service stations, contingent on specific commitments to maintain competition.
Spanish competition authority
Spanish Competition Authority Investigates Renfe Executives
Jul 7, 2025
The Spanish competition authority, CNMC, has included two executives in its investigation into Renfe-Operadora, Renfe Mercancías, and Pecovasa for potential anticompetitive practices.
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