Tag: market study

Understanding the Investigation into Apple AppStore: Insights from The Competition Lawyers

First published by Author on April 24, 2024 in the following categories: Consumer Law Industry Investigations Latest and tagged with cma | competition law | consumer law | investigations | market study

Recently, an investigation into Apple AppStore practices has garnered attention, prompting discussions about the need for regulatory oversight.

In today’s digital age, the app ecosystem plays a crucial role in shaping how we interact with technology. However, the dominance of certain app marketplaces, such as Apple’s App Store, has raised concerns about competition and fairness.

At The Competition Lawyers, we aim to provide insights into such investigations and the potential implications for consumers, developers, and the digital marketplace as a whole.

The CMA Financial Resilience Appeal 2023: Insights from The Competition Lawyers

First published by Author on March 13, 2024 in the following categories: Consumer Law Investigations Latest and tagged with cma | competition law | consumer law | investigations | market study

In the dynamic realm of financial regulations, businesses and consumers alike must remain vigilant to navigate and adapt to regulatory changes effectively. One such pivotal publication is the Financial Resilience Appeal of 2023, spearheaded by the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA).

This article from the team here at The Competition Lawyers aims to cover a brief understanding of the appeal, its far-reaching implications, and some insights on how businesses can navigate this regulatory landscape.

Hydrocortisone Tablet Pricing: A Look at the CMA Case

In recent times, the issue of Hydrocortisone tablet pricing has garnered significant attention, prompting regulatory bodies to investigate alleged excessive and unfair pricing, anti-competitive agreements, and alleged abusive conduct within the pharmaceutical industry.

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has been at the forefront of addressing these concerns, exemplified by its recent case which focuses on Hydrocortisone tablets.

In this article, we delve into the intricacies of the case, shedding light on key aspects of Hydrocortisone tablet pricing and the implications for the pharmaceutical industry.

Veterinary Services Market: CMA’s Review

First published by Author on November 01, 2023 in the following categories: Consumer Law Healthcare Industry Investigations Latest and tagged with cma | competition law | consumer law | investigations | market study

In recent times, the veterinary services market has been under scrutiny by the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) in a bid to ensure fair competition and consumer welfare.

This market review sheds light on potentially critical aspects of the industry. In this article from the team here at The Competition Lawyers, we will delve into the details of the CMA’s recent market review and its implications for both consumers and industry players. Given how lucrative the market for pets is, it is clear that this is an industry that requires healthy competition at all times.

CMA Investigation: Consumer Protection in the Green Heating and Insulation Sector

First published by Author on September 20, 2023 in the following categories: Consumer Law Industry Investigations Latest and tagged with cma | competition law | consumer law | investigations | market study

In an era marked by increasing environmental consciousness, the green heating and insulation sector has gained substantial traction for commitment to energy-efficient and sustainable solutions.

However, as this sector grows, so does the need for robust consumer protection measures. The UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has taken a significant step in this direction by addressing concerns within the industry in particular.

This article will look at the implications of the CMA’s actions and provides insights into ensuring consumer protection in the evolving landscape of green heating and insulation.

Housebuilding market study – CMA latest

First published by Author on August 02, 2023 in the following categories: Consumer Law Industry Latest Market Studies and tagged with cma | competition law | consumer law | market study | property

Earlier this year, the UK’s competition regulator, the CMA, launched its housebuilding market study to look at whether there are any concerns in relation to competition and consumer law.

In this article, we take a brief look at the CMA study, although it is in its infancy and there is still much more work that needs to be done.

Latest in the CMA road fuel market study

The CMA recently published an update in respect of its road fuel market study where it had been looking into the prices and competition in this particular sector.

The study was launched last year and came at an important time when the cost-of-living crisis was really hitting us all and continues to cause significant problems for families across the UK. It is essential to make sure that no companies are breaching competition law and that consumers are not being taken advantage of, particularly when we are all feeling the squeeze.

Unit pricing in the groceries sector: CMA project

The CMA has launched a project to look at the unit pricing in the grocery sector which, I think we can all agree, is a particularly important matter given the ongoing cost-of-living crisis.

The CMA has published its announcement in respect of the project recently, so we are very much in the early stages of this particular one. The matter also follows a previous Super Complaint in respect of the complexities and issues that could have been impeding the ability of consumers to make informed choices in respect of price comparison.

Read on for a little bit of information about this latest CMA project. I think we can all agree it is one to watch given that we are all feeling the pinch at the moment.

Old and written-off vehicles – suspected anti-competitive conduct

First published by Author on February 01, 2023 in the following categories: Consumer Law Industry Latest and tagged with cma | competition law | consumer law | investigations | market study

The CMA (Competition and Markets Authority) is looking into suspected anti-competitive conduct in relation to old and written-off vehicles in the UK.

The investigation began approximately a year ago, and we will outline an update that has already been published by the CMA at the end of last year in respect of a penalty notice that has been issued.

The car industry is massive, and there have been a number of scandals that it has been involved in in recent years, and it can be somewhat of a murky area in terms of consumer confidence. The CMA’s work in identifying if there have been any breaches of competition law is incredibly important. If any breaches are established, swift and effective action could be taken.

Social media endorsements – CMA investigations

For several years, the CMA has been investigating social media endorsements to make sure that vital competition and consumer laws in the UK and not being broken.

Given the prevalence of social media, particularly in respect of it being used for marketing and advertising these days, it is vital that people know when they are seeing advertisements and products and services being pushed for recompense by influences. There have been many questions as to whether it has been clear enough that people know they are being advertised to as opposed to simply being recommended a product, which is the real focus of the CMA investigation.