Antitrust News Feed
Latest antitrust and competition law updates from global authorities
Spanish competition authority
Spanish Competition Authority Proposes Changes to Financial Sandbox Legislation
Jul 24, 2025
The Spanish competition authority, CNMC, is proposing modifications to the financial sandbox framework in a new draft law aimed at enhancing market competition.
French Competition Authority
French Authority Approves FN Browning's Acquisition of Sofisport
Jul 24, 2025
The French competition authority has unconditionally approved FN Browning Group's acquisition of Sofisport, concluding that the merger poses no threat to market competition.
Slovenian competition authority
Slovenian Authority Approves Business Concentration
Jul 24, 2025
The Slovenian competition authority has ruled that the transfer of employees and assets from BLAGOVNO TRGOVINSKI CENTER to SPAR SLOVENIJA does not fall under competition law regulations.
Greek competition authority
Greek Competition Authority Blocks Alphabet's Acquisition of Delta
Jul 24, 2025
The Greek Competition Authority has prohibited Alphabet's acquisition of Delta, citing concerns over reduced competition in the vocational training market.
Portuguese competition authority
Portuguese Competition Authority Warns of Competition Risks in AI Due to Talent Shortages
Jul 24, 2025
The Portuguese Competition Authority (AdC) has raised concerns that talent shortages and restrictive labor practices in the AI sector may hinder competition and innovation.
Dutch ACM
Dutch Energy Suppliers Improve Transparency on Early-Termination Fees After ACM Investigation
Jul 24, 2025
Following an investigation by the Dutch competition authority, five energy suppliers have committed to better inform customers about early-termination fees, while one supplier remains under scrutiny.
German Bundeskartellamt
German Authority Approves ZG Raiffeisen's Acquisition of Wurth Pflanzenschutz
Jul 24, 2025
The German competition authority has approved ZG Raiffeisen's acquisition of Wurth Pflanzenschutz, citing sufficient competition in the agricultural supply market.
Spanish competition authority
Spanish Authority Reviews Enagás' Hydrogen Network Operations
Jul 23, 2025
The Spanish competition authority, CNMC, is examining the separation of activities for Enagás, the operator of the hydrogen trunk network, to ensure fair competition.
German Bundeskartellamt
German Authority Approves ZG Raiffeisen's Acquisition of Wurth Pflanzenschutz
Jul 23, 2025
The Bundeskartellamt has approved ZG Raiffeisen eG's acquisition of Wurth Pflanzenschutz GmbH, citing sufficient competition in the market despite overlaps in their business areas.
Greek competition authority
Approval of Joint Control Acquisition by Diorama Investments and VAPAD
Jul 23, 2025
The Greek competition authority has approved the acquisition of joint control over GLOBALSAT, GLOBALSAT CYPRUS, and GLOBALSAT ENERGIS by Diorama Investments and VAPAD, determining no significant competition concerns.
Australian competition authority
Addressing Trust and Regulation in Australia's Financial Sector
Jul 23, 2025
In her keynote at the ABA Banking Conference, ACCC Chair Gina Cass-Gottlieb highlighted the urgent need to rebuild public trust in the financial system amid technological and economic disruptions.
Croatian competition authority
Croatian Court Upholds Ruling Against LIDL for Unfair Trading Practices
Jul 23, 2025
The High Administrative Court of Croatia has dismissed LIDL HRVATSKA's appeal against a ruling by the Croatian Competition Agency, confirming that the retailer engaged in unfair trading practices with suppliers.
Slovenian competition authority
Slovenian Competition Authority Seeks Feedback on Simplified Merger Review Process
Jul 23, 2025
The Slovenian competition authority is inviting stakeholders to share their experiences with the simplified merger review process through a questionnaire aimed at improving efficiency and effectiveness.
Austrian competition authority
Austrian Authority Reviews Rail Power Supply Contracts Amid Competition Concerns
Jul 23, 2025
The Austrian competition authority has initiated a comprehensive evaluation of energy supply contracts and the rail power system following complaints about potential competitive restrictions.
Dutch ACM
Dutch Energy Market Faces Price Volatility Amid Gas Storage Success
Jul 23, 2025
The Dutch competition authority, ACM, reports a successful increase in gas storage levels, but warns of high electricity prices during calm summer evenings due to weather dependency.
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