Antitrust News Feed

Mar 24, 2026

The Hungarian competition authority has closed its investigation into Fonte Viva Kft. regarding misleading green claims about its PET bottles, resulting in significant commitments from the company.

Mar 24, 2026

For the first time since liberalization, the Madrid-Barcelona corridor saw a 13% drop in passengers in Q4 2025, while other routes experienced significant growth.

Mar 24, 2026

The Federal Trade Commission and the Department of Justice are seeking public comments on the effectiveness of the premerger notification requirements under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Act following recent legal challenges.

Mar 24, 2026

The Federal Trade Commission testified before the Joint Economic Committee about its ongoing efforts to combat fraud and protect consumers, revealing significant law enforcement actions and consumer education initiatives.

Mar 24, 2026

The Competition Bureau of Canada is addressing the rise in AI-generated scams impersonating government officials, offering media access to experts for insights and prevention tips.

Mar 24, 2026

The Dutch competition authority, ACM, reveals that 61% of major online stores are not accessible to customers with disabilities, risking enforcement actions for non-compliance.

Mar 24, 2026

The UK Competition and Markets Authority has concluded its investigation into the veterinary sector, introducing significant reforms aimed at enhancing competition and transparency for pet owners.

Mar 23, 2026

PhotobookShop has been penalized $39,600 by the ACCC for misleading influencer reviews on Instagram, failing to disclose paid partnerships.

Mar 23, 2026

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) is monitoring the domestic airline industry due to disruptions caused by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, which has affected international travel and may influence domestic airfares.

Mar 23, 2026

The Federal Trade Commission has reached a settlement with Air AI, banning the company from marketing business opportunities due to deceptive claims made to entrepreneurs and small businesses.

Mar 23, 2026

A two-day workshop in Prague focuses on educating public procurement officials about identifying bid rigging and cartel behavior in public contracts.

Mar 23, 2026

The Spanish competition authority, CNMC, has released new guidelines for calculating fines imposed on companies and executives for breaching competition law, including specific provisions for executive penalties.

Mar 23, 2026

The Dutch competition authority, ACM, has announced that further investigation is required into HAL Investments' planned acquisition of VolkerWessels due to potential risks to competition in the civil-engineering sector.

Mar 23, 2026

The Polish competition authority has fined two companies in the renewable energy sector over 7 million PLN for deceptive marketing practices and unfair contract terms.

Mar 22, 2026

The Spanish competition authority, CNMC, has released a report examining how technical differences in the railway network impact service delivery and competitiveness, particularly in freight transport.