Antitrust News Feed
Latest antitrust and competition law updates from global authorities
Latvian competition authority
Latvian Authority Highlights Competition Risks from Local Pharmacy Merger
May 5, 2025
The Latvian competition authority has raised concerns over a recent pharmacy acquisition that temporarily eliminated competition in the local retail drug market in Mālpils.
Estonian competition authority
Estonian Competition Authority Updates on Narva Soojusvõrk's Heat Purchase Tender
May 5, 2025
The Estonian competition authority has announced updates regarding the conditions of the heat purchase tender by AS Narva Soojusvõrk, inviting stakeholders to provide feedback.
Competition Bureau Canada
Competition Bureau Secures Second Court Order in Quebec Real Estate Investigation
May 5, 2025
The Competition Bureau of Canada has obtained a second court order to further investigate potential anti-competitive practices in the Quebec real estate services market, focusing on data sharing restrictions by the Quebec Professional Association for Real Estate Brokers.
Australian competition authority
Hungry Jack’s Fined for Button Battery Safety Breach
May 5, 2025
Hungry Jack’s has been penalized $150,240 by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission for failing to comply with safety standards regarding button batteries in children's toys.
Polish UOKiK
Polish Competition Authority Investigates Radaway for Price Fixing
May 5, 2025
The Polish competition authority has initiated proceedings against Radaway for allegedly fixing bathroom equipment prices for nearly a decade, potentially harming consumers.
Estonian competition authority
Estonian Energy Market Overview for March 2025
May 4, 2025
The Estonian competition authority has released an overview of energy market prices for March 2025, highlighting significant differences in electricity and gas prices across the Baltic region.
Competition Bureau Canada
Canada’s Wonderland Faces Legal Action for Misleading Pricing Practices
May 4, 2025
The Competition Bureau of Canada has filed a lawsuit against Canada’s Wonderland for allegedly advertising misleading ticket prices that exclude mandatory fees, a practice known as drip pricing.
US Federal Trade Commission
FTC's New Rule Targets Hidden Fees in Ticketing and Lodging
May 4, 2025
The Federal Trade Commission's new Rule on Unfair or Deceptive Fees will take effect on May 12, 2025, aiming to enhance price transparency in the live-event ticketing and short-term lodging sectors.
Norwegian competition authority
Norwegian Competition Authority Hosts 2025 Law Conference
May 4, 2025
On June 12, the Norwegian Competition Authority will hold its annual law conference in Bergen, featuring prominent speakers discussing key developments in competition law.
Australian competition authority
New Safety Standards for Furniture to Prevent Accidents in Australia
May 4, 2025
Australia has implemented a mandatory information standard requiring furniture suppliers to provide safety warnings about the dangers of toppling furniture, aimed at reducing injuries and fatalities.
US Federal Trade Commission
FTC and DOJ Call for Review of Anticompetitive Regulations
May 4, 2025
The Federal Trade Commission and the Department of Justice are urging federal agencies to identify regulations that hinder competition and innovation, following a directive from President Trump.
Greek competition authority
Surprise Inspection by Greek Competition Authority in Tutoring Services Sector
May 1, 2025
The Greek Competition Authority conducted an unexpected on-site inspection in the tutoring services sector as part of an investigation into potential anti-competitive practices.
Greek competition authority
Greek Competition Authority Fines Breakfast Cereal Distributor for Price Fixing
May 1, 2025
The Greek competition authority has imposed a fine on a breakfast cereal distributor for engaging in price-fixing practices, following a settlement procedure.
Dutch ACM
Dutch Authority Calls for Action to Ensure Affordable Hydrogen Transport Tariffs
May 1, 2025
The Dutch competition authority, ACM, emphasizes the need for additional measures to maintain affordable tariffs for hydrogen transport, as rising costs and lagging volumes threaten market development.
US Federal Trade Commission
FTC and Nevada Crack Down on IM Mastery Academy's Deceptive Practices
Apr 30, 2025
The Federal Trade Commission and the State of Nevada are taking legal action against IM Mastery Academy for allegedly deceiving consumers out of over $1.2 billion through false investment training claims.
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