Antitrust News Feed
Latest antitrust and competition law updates from global authorities
Greek competition authority
Interim Report on Banking Deposits Published by Greek Competition Authority
Dec 17, 2025
The Greek competition authority has released an interim report on its sector inquiry into banking deposits, highlighting key findings and inviting stakeholder feedback.
Spanish competition authority
MIBEL Regulatory Council Reviews 2025 Activities and Approves 2026 Work Plan
Dec 17, 2025
The Iberian Electricity Market Regulatory Council (CR MIBEL) has reviewed its activities for 2025 and approved its work plan for 2026, focusing on energy transition financing and market design.
Spanish competition authority
CNMC Approves Regulatory Changes for CRTVE Funding Stability
Dec 17, 2025
The Spanish competition authority, CNMC, has endorsed regulatory changes aimed at enhancing the financial stability of CRTVE's funding model.
Hungarian competition authority
Bravogroup Fined for Unreported Merger with Mystical Hungary
Dec 17, 2025
The Hungarian competition authority has imposed a fine of nearly 33 million HUF on Bravogroup for executing a merger without prior notification or approval.
Spanish competition authority
CNMC Calls for Justification of Stricter Regulations for Electric Scooters
Dec 17, 2025
The Spanish competition authority, CNMC, has recommended that the new traffic regulations justify why electric scooters face stricter requirements compared to similar vehicles like electric bicycles.
Australian competition authority
ACCC Rejects Yamaha's Acquisition of Telwater Over Competition Concerns
Dec 17, 2025
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has opposed Yamaha's proposed acquisition of Telwater, citing significant concerns over competition in the outboard motor market.
Dutch ACM
ACM Study: Solar Power Feed-in Costs Justified but Confusing for Consumers
Dec 17, 2025
The Dutch competition authority, ACM, finds that feed-in costs for solar power are reasonable, but the varying methods of calculation make it hard for consumers to compare contracts.
UK Competition & Markets Authority
CMA Identifies Key Issues in UK Civil Engineering Sector
Dec 17, 2025
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has released an interim report highlighting inefficiencies in the UK civil engineering market, proposing options for improvement to enhance public infrastructure outcomes.
Polish UOKiK
Polish Competition Authority Fines Banks for Mismanagement of Credit Holidays
Dec 17, 2025
The Polish competition authority has imposed nearly 119 million PLN in fines on Pekao and Pekao Bank Hipoteczny for improperly managing credit holiday obligations, affecting consumers' loan costs.
Danish competition authority
Danish Competition Council Takes Action Against Apple Over Repair Practices
Dec 16, 2025
The Danish Competition Council has approved commitments from Apple to enhance competition in the iPhone repair market, addressing concerns over potential abuse of dominance.
Australian competition authority
ACCC Seeks Feedback on Authorisation for Organic Waste Biorefinery Development
Dec 16, 2025
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has proposed to authorise Sydney Water and several councils to jointly develop an organic waste biorefinery, allowing for collective negotiations with a chosen developer.
Hungarian competition authority
Hungarian Competition Authority Addresses Package Delivery Issues
Dec 16, 2025
The Hungarian Competition Authority (GVH) is actively investigating consumer complaints and market disruptions related to package delivery services, seeking solutions to improve the situation for consumers.
Australian competition authority
Equifax Ends Exclusive Contract Following ACCC Investigation
Dec 16, 2025
Equifax has agreed to remove exclusivity clauses in its contracts with data holders after an investigation by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) found them to be anti-competitive.
French Competition Authority
French Competition Authority Examines AI's Energy and Environmental Impact
Dec 16, 2025
The French competition authority has published a study addressing the competition issues related to the energy consumption and environmental impact of artificial intelligence, urging stakeholders to engage with these critical concerns.
Hungarian competition authority
Hungarian Competition Authority's Rigó Csaba Balázs Vows to Crack Down on Cartels
Dec 16, 2025
Rigó Csaba Balázs, president of the Hungarian Competition Authority, emphasized the importance of compliance with competition laws during a recent event, highlighting significant fines imposed on companies involved in cartels.
