Antitrust News Feed

Mar 3, 2026

The Spanish competition authority, CNMC, has issued a report proposing a regulatory framework aimed at reducing the environmental impact of wet wipes and single-use balloons, enhancing producer responsibility and administrative coordination.

Mar 3, 2026

The Czech Constitutional Court has rejected Ostrava's constitutional complaint against a fine imposed for an anticompetitive lottery regulation, confirming the decision of the Czech Competition Authority.

Mar 3, 2026

The Hungarian competition authority has imposed a fine of 105 million HUF on Opella Healthcare for violating advertising regulations related to its Normaflore products.

Mar 3, 2026

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has authorized the City of Newcastle and Port Stephens Council to jointly procure organic waste processing services, citing public benefits.

Mar 2, 2026

The Spanish competition authority, CNMC, has recommended a series of measures aimed at improving competition in public bus service contracts.

Mar 2, 2026

Roberto Garcia Villarreal has been sentenced to 30 months in prison for his role in a violent conspiracy to monopolize the transmigrante forwarding agency industry and fix prices.

Mar 2, 2026

Acting Deputy Assistant Attorney General Daniel Glad discusses the current state of criminal antitrust enforcement in the U.S., highlighting the importance of individual accountability and the new Antitrust Whistleblower Rewards Program.

Mar 2, 2026

The Belgian Competition Authority is conducting inspections in the road signage and street furniture sectors due to suspicions of bid rigging and other anticompetitive practices.

Mar 2, 2026

The Hungarian competition authority's 2025 report emphasizes targeted protection for children and families, alongside significant fines imposed on companies.

Mar 2, 2026

A Memorandum of Cooperation has been signed between the Greek Public Procurement Authority and the Competition Commission to enhance collaboration in competition law and public procurement.

Mar 2, 2026

In 2025, the Polish competition authority, UOKiK, issued 900 decisions and imposed fines totaling 1.15 billion PLN, focusing on price transparency and unfair practices.

Mar 2, 2026

The UK Competition and Markets Authority has initiated an investigation into Hilton, IHG Hotels, and Marriott for suspected sharing of sensitive competitive information through a data analytics tool.

Mar 1, 2026

The Hungarian Competition Authority (GVH) will host the annual International Competition Network (ICN) Cartel Working Group conference in Budapest from November 11 to 13, 2026.

Mar 1, 2026

The Portuguese Competition Authority has launched a public consultation on its study addressing barriers to railway liberalisation, proposing 14 recommendations to enhance competition in the sector.

Feb 27, 2026

The Dutch competition authority, ACM, has successfully prompted dozens of energy traders to register for compliance with the Direct Electronic Access requirement, enhancing market integrity.