by 21st Century Competition | Jul 29, 2014 | Global Blogs
Defendants accused of manipulating the Brent crude oil benchmark have asked as US judge to dismiss the case, say reports. BP, Royal Dutch Shell and Morgan Stanley filed a motion Monday to dismiss the lawsuit, which claims the companies colluded for 12 years to...
by 21st Century Competition | Jul 29, 2014 | European Commission
European Commission Press release Brussels, 29 July 2014 The European Commission has concluded that restructuring aid of PLN 804 million (around €200 million), which Poland plans to grant to its national flag carrier LOT, is in line with EU state aid rules....
by 21st Century Competition | Jul 28, 2014 | Global Blogs
Compliance Strategists As the U.S. Sentencing Commission considers reforms of the guidelines for antitrust crimes, it should take action to affirm the importance of antitrust compliance programs as an essential tool in the fight against cartels, and to provide a...
by 21st Century Competition | Jul 28, 2014 | Global Blogs
Two major dollar store chains have reportedly struck an agreement to merge, a deal made for $8.5 billion. Dollar Tree, based in Virginia, and Family Dollar Stores will combine, the companies said Monday. Dollar Tree will acquire its rival for $8.5 billion. The...
by 21st Century Competition | Jul 28, 2014 | Global Blogs
South Africa’ Competition Commission has reportedly been called on to review exclusivity deals made by shopping malls with retailers. The South African Real Estate Investment Trust Association has reportedly asked the Commission to investigate such exclusive...
