Antitrust News Feed

Jan 25, 2024

The UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has released a report on competition and market power in UK labour markets, highlighting the importance of well-functioning labour markets and the potential for collusion between firms to set wages.

Jan 24, 2024

The Autorité de la concurrence has joined the #StOpE initiative in 2024, as part of its commitment to fighting everyday sexism in the workplace.

Jan 24, 2024

The Portuguese Competition Authority (AdC) has fined two technology consultancy multinationals for engaging in anticompetitive practices in the labor market between 2014 and 2022.

Jan 24, 2024

Autocentrum AAA Auto, a leading used car dealer in Poland, has been fined over PLN 72 million by the Polish competition authority for providing false information about vehicle prices and using unfair contract terms.

Jan 22, 2024

Wizz Air Hungary is facing accusations from the President of the Office of Competition and Consumer Protection (UOKiK) for allegedly violating consumer interests during a birthday promotion where the airline cancelled the majority of tickets purchased at a discounted price.

Jan 22, 2024

The Competition Council will now publicly disclose the completion of its investigations and the issuance of a Statement of Objections to parties suspected of infringing competition law.

Jan 21, 2024

The Portuguese Competition Authority has identified barriers to the expansion of the electric vehicle recharging network and has issued recommendations to the government and municipalities to promote competition and efficiency in the sector.

Jan 19, 2024

The Spanish competition authority, CNMC, has opened a sanctioning proceeding against KKR Genesis for not notifying its acquisition of fertility group GeneraLife, in violation of competition law.

Jan 18, 2024

With Grandparents' Day approaching, it's important to be aware of the risks seniors face when shopping online and attending sales events, and to provide them with information and support to protect themselves.

Jan 18, 2024

The number of mobile phone lines in Spain reached over 59.5 million in November, with a 3.3% increase compared to the previous year.

Jan 18, 2024

The CMA has submitted its response to the West Yorkshire Combined Authority's consultation on bus franchising, highlighting potential competition risks and benefits.

Jan 18, 2024

The Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) has released draft guidelines for online service providers to help them prepare for compliance with the Digital Services Act (DSA) in the European Union.

Jan 18, 2024

The Lithuanian Competition Council has announced its sectoral priorities for 2024, with a focus on the energy, health, retail trade, and digital markets sectors.

Jan 18, 2024

The National Commission of Markets and Competition (CNMC) has reviewed the guidelines for attorney fees provided by the Bar Association of Murcia, highlighting the exceptional nature of such guidelines.

Jan 17, 2024

The Autorité de la concurrence has published a new procedural notice on its leniency programme, providing greater clarity and predictability for undertakings seeking immunity from fines for anticompetitive practices.