WASHINGTON, March 20, 2026 — The Federal Trade Commission has established a new Healthcare Task Force aimed at coordinating enforcement and policy work across the agency to address competition and consumer protection issues in the […]
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Dutch Regulator Opens In-Depth Probe Into HAL’s Planned Acquisition of VolkerWessels
THE HAGUE, March 20, 2026 — The Dutch competition authority has opened a second-phase investigation into HAL Investments’ proposed acquisition of construction firm VolkerWessels, citing concerns the deal could reduce competition in key infrastructure markets. […]
ACCC Allows Fuel Suppliers To Coordinate Supply Amid Middle East Disruptions
CANBERRA, March 20, 2026 — Australia’s competition regulator has granted temporary permission for major fuel companies to coordinate fuel supply logistics in response to disruptions caused by the conflict in the Middle East. The Australian […]
Bulgarian Competition Authority Seeks EU Input for Sector Inquiry Into E-Waste Fees
SOFIA, March 20, 2026 — Bulgaria’s competition authority has requested information from EU counterparts as part of an ongoing sector inquiry into competition conditions in the market for managing waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE), […]
Slovak Authorities Warn Of Growing Pressure on Independent Institutions
BRATISLAVA, March 19, 2026 — Slovakia’s competition authority and supreme audit institution have warned of increasing pressure on independent public bodies, cautioning that such developments could undermine their ability to enforce rules and safeguard fair […]
