European Commission Adopts New Guidelines on Exclusionary Abuses of Dominance
The European Commission's decision to adopt these guidelines marks a significant advancement in competition policy enforcement within the EU. By providing clear criteria for identifying and addressing exclusionary abuses, these guidelines aim to foster a fairer competitive landscape. Businesses operating as dominant undertakings and national author...
- Published date: 25-09-2026 10:03 AM
The European Commission has formally adopted the first-ever Guidelines on the application of Article 102 TFEU concerning abusive exclusionary conduct by dominant undertakings.
This important step introduces an operational framework designed to guide enforcement and enhance legal certainty for businesses and national authorities dealing with exclusionary abuses of dominance.
The adoption includes a comprehensive set of documents such as a press release, communication, a Q&A, and a factsheet to support the implementation of these guidelines.