Archive of all Competition and Markets Authority articles – Page 3
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NewsParents ‘paying over the odds’ for infant formula, CMA report finds
The interim report highlights ‘a number of concerns’ related to the infant formula market
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NewsCity snapshot: CMA sets out plans to shake up infant formula market
The UK competition watchdog has set out a list of recommendations to shake up the baby formula market amid fears that prices in the category are too high
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NewsUnilever escapes CMA wrath as watchdog closes green claims probe
The consumer watchdog was concerned over potential spread of sustainability misinformation in the fmcg sector
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NewsWincanton and GXO merger could raise prices for customers, watchdog says
The CMA launched an investigation into the £760m deal in September
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NewsMüller deal to buy Yew Tree Dairy approved by CMA
The deal is set to expand Müller’s milk powder capabilities in both the UK and export markets
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NewsWhitby Seafood profits dampened by failed Kilhorne Bay acquisition
Whitby’s attempt to buy Kilhorne Bay Seafoods was blocked by the CMA
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NewsFrench sugar supplier Tereos fined £25k over Tate & Lyle merger
The French sugar giant has been fined £25k for failing to disclose relevant information over its recent merger with Tate & Lyle Sugars
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Comment & OpinionPanorama’s price match probe is misleading tosh
Customers are apparently far too stupid to realise Sainsbury’s £5 steaks aren’t on the same level as a trip to Gaucho
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NewsCMA to probe Arla Foods Ingredients deal for Volac whey business
Arla’s ingredients division is hoping to transform the site into a global production hub
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NewsCMA highlights ‘significant concerns’ in infant formula market study update
In light of the concerns, the CMA will continue its market study, ahead of formal recommendations in October
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Comment & OpinionLoyalty prices investigation: painstaking and pointless
The Competition & Markets Authority needs to be more accountable to the taxpayer with its Whichhunts
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NewsCMA accused of ‘colossal waste of time’ over loyalty card probe
The CMA report looks at fuel prices and wider retailer profitability, as well as the findings from the probe it launched into loyalty cards in January
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NewsIceland boss Richard Walker takes aim at Aldi and Lidl over ‘restrictive’ land deals
Property sources say it is rare that Lidl or Aldi would strike restrictive deals, with many of their stores being standalone developments and freehold-owned
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NewsAmazon facing £2.7bn threat over marketplace class action claim
The legal challenge comes with the Groceries Code Adjudicator Mark White considering launching an investigation into Amazon over its treatment of suppliers
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Comment & OpinionCMA should investigate Aldi Price Match rather than loyalty
Tesco and Sainsbury’s remove items from Aldi Price Match when the discounter lowers the price further, says David Sables, CEO of Sentinel Management Consultants
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Analysis & FeaturesIs salmon price-fixing cartel the food sector’s next scandal?
Suppliers could be on the hook for over £1bn in price-fixing probe
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NewsScampi industry protests CMA complaint over ‘responsible’ sourcing claims
Earlier this week, Open Seas submitted a complaint to the CMA about how “responsibly sourced” scampi is misleading consumers
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Comment & OpinionWhat’s with Which?’s witchhunt against loyalty cards?
Which? claims the latest use of personalised deals could lead to an epidemic of overbuying as hapless hard-up Brits go on spending splurges in search of Clubcard rewards
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Comment & OpinionFairtrade’s Shared Impact will ensure long-term security for growers
The pressing issues faced by farmers have now reached a critical point that cannot be ignored, says Fairtrade Foundation associate director for sustainable sourcing Anna Mann
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Comment & OpinionPumpwatch fines for forecourts won’t stop ripoff pump prices
‘Pumped up! Petrol station bosses will have just 30 minutes to change rip-off pump prices or be slapped with a fine…’