Antitrust News Feed

Feb 17, 2026

The French competition authority is examining the competitive dynamics of the online video content creation sector, focusing on the relationships between creators, platforms, and commercial partners.

Feb 17, 2026

The Croatian competition authority actively participated in the European Competition Network (ECN) throughout 2025, engaging in numerous meetings and addressing various notifications.

Feb 17, 2026

The Spanish competition authority, CNMC, has published a schedule for regulatory circulars in the energy sector, set to begin processing in 2026.

Feb 17, 2026

The Hungarian competition authority, GVH, reported ongoing investigations into 18 cartels affecting 1,800 tenders, emphasizing the importance of public procurement in uncovering anti-competitive agreements.

Feb 17, 2026

Three individuals have been indicted for conspiring to rig bids for sports equipment sales to public schools in Mississippi, affecting taxpayer funds and school sports programs.

Feb 17, 2026

The French competition authority has conducted an unannounced inspection at a company in the private passenger transport sector amid suspicions of anticompetitive practices.

Feb 17, 2026

The Competition Bureau of Canada warns businesses to provide honest and clear information in promotional contests to protect consumers from deceptive practices.

Feb 16, 2026

The Spanish competition authority has imposed measures on Factor Energía to prevent fraudulent electricity and gas contracting practices affecting consumers.

Feb 16, 2026

The Spanish competition authority, CNMC, has proposed a comprehensive reform of regulations affecting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to enhance their activity and participation in public procurement.

Feb 16, 2026

The Federal Court has imposed a $16 million penalty on Mobil Oil Australia for misleading consumers about the fuel quality at nine petrol stations in Queensland.

Feb 16, 2026

The Croatian competition authority has conducted a review of the construction sector to better understand market conditions and identify areas requiring increased analytical monitoring, particularly in public procurement processes.

Feb 16, 2026

The Croatian competition authority has imposed a €60,000 fine on DECENTIA d.o.o. for violating laws against unfair trading practices in the food supply chain.

Feb 16, 2026

The Federal Trade Commission has finalized a consent order regarding Boeing's acquisition of Spirit AeroSystems, requiring significant asset divestitures to maintain competition.

Feb 16, 2026

The Polish competition authority has initiated proceedings against HBO Europe for potentially violating consumer interests by unilaterally changing device compatibility and failing to inform users adequately.

Feb 15, 2026

The European Commission has closed its antitrust investigation into Edwards Lifesciences after the company withdrew its controversial Global Unilateral Pro-Innovation Policy.