German Competition Authority Approves REWE’s Takeover Of 38 Tegut Stores
The German Federal Cartel Office (Bundeskartellamt) has conditionally approved retailer REWE’s planned takeover of 38 tegut stores.
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The marketplace rulebook: what tougher regulation could mean for sellers and brands
Online marketplaces have transformed the way brands reach consumers, but the model is increasingly coming under regulatory scrutiny. From VAT collection and tax reporting to…
Court agrees with former Jumbo CEO Frits van Eerd: further investigation is needed
A boost for former Jumbo CEO Frits van Eerd: on appeal, the court of appeals has granted virtually all of his lawyers’ requests. The Public Prosecutor’s Office must produce…
Australian watchdog launches legal action over “egg cartel”
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has taken a dozen of the country's eggs businesses to court over alleged cartel conduct. The post Australian watchdog…
US food watchdog outlines new rules on salt substitutes
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued rules allowing manufacturers to swap salt for “safe” alternatives in everyday staples. The post US food watchdog outlines new…
Albertsons seeks $8B from Kroger over failed merger
Kroger is responsible for a “lost merger premium” because it put its own interests ahead of its obligation to pursue regulatory approval for the deal, Albertsons claimed in a…
B&G Foods calls off Green Giant sale in Canada after antitrust concerns
A regulator previously said the sale to Nortera Foods could result in higher prices, fewer choices and reduced competition.
Retailer launches compliance platform for convenience stores
Sag Hussain launched RetailShield to help retailers manage compliance, staff training and records across stores
Danish Government Exempts Several Crops From 2027 Nitrogen Regulation
The parties behind Denmark’s green tripartite coalition have agreed to exempt several items from the new 2027 nitrogen regulation.
Luxury pastry shop Wittamer receives 3.8 million euros in fresh capital for restructuring and expansion
The owners of the Brussels-based pastry shop Wittamer are injecting 3.8 million euros into the company. With this fresh capital, the purveyor to the royal court aims to restore…
Ghana's Cocoa Regulator Secures $288m For Farmer Purchases
The Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) has secured 3.39 billion cedis ($288.02 million) through the issue of short-term debt on the domestic market.
Wholesale, tariff refunds deliver for Levi’s in rough Q3
The denim maker’s direct-to-consumer sales were unexpectedly weak, and profits and margins were propped up by the trade reimbursements.