United Kingdom: CMA investigation into Amazon for anti-competitive practices
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Announced closure of CMA investigation into Amazon regarding competition practices in its marketplace
On 3 November 2023, the UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) announced it had accepted Amazon's commitments in the context of its investigation into Amazon's marketplace practices. This investigation aimed to address potential anti-competitive…
SourceClosed consultation on Amazon's offer to change marketplace rules to address CMA concerns on competition
On 1 September 2023, the UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) closed its consultation on Amazon's offer to change its marketplace rules to address the concerns raised by the CMA. In particular, Amazon offered commitments to change its treatmen…
SourceOpened consultation on Amazon's offer to change marketplace rules to address CMA concerns on competition
On 26 July 2023, the UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) opened a consultation on Amazon's offer to change its marketplace rules until 1 September 2023. In particular, Amazon offers commitments to change its treatment of third-party sellers o…
SourceAnnounced investigation into Amazon regarding anti-competitive practices
On 5 July 2022, the UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) launched an investigation into Amazon for potentially anti-competitive practices affecting sellers in its marketplace, which may worsen conditions for consumers. The investigation will c…
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