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Electricity & Gas – Authority criticizes lack of competition in energy sector
Currently, electricity and gas prices are falling again, but that does not change the lack of competition. The Competition Authority and E-Control criticize “monopoly-like...
Position abused? – Beer as a lure: that’s how powerful Brauunion is
Due to the constantly rising prices in the catering industry, the favorite drink of many Austrians is currently making headlines again and again. ...
Brau Union under pressure – competition watchdogs identify market abuse in beer
Serious allegations against Brau Union: According to the Federal Competition Authority (BWB), Austria's largest brewing company allegedly abused its dominant market position to limit...
Investigations – competition watchdogs focus on high gas prices
Natural gas is currently 50 percent cheaper in wholesale than last year. However, rates for households and smaller businesses have fallen much more...
Damages claims – agreements: construction cartel fights for general settlement
The Federal Competition Authority (BWB) has discovered price fixing between domestic construction companies. Fines totaling 183.2 million euros have been imposed on the...
