Canada: Competition Bureau closes inquiry on algorithmic pricing

On 22 July 2025, the Competition Bureau closes its consultation on algorithmic pricing. The consultation seeks feedback on the prevalence of algorithmic pricing in Canada, the source of the data used in pricing algorithms, the potential impact on markets and consumers, and the challenges it may present for data protection authorities. It also aims to understand the potential impacts on competition, including issues related to price-fixing, competitor collaborations, anti-competitive acts such as predatory pricing and tying and bundling, and deceptive marketing practices concerning consumer data. Finally, it considers the role AI plays in reshaping pricing strategies and altering the dynamics of competition.