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Norway’s Food Retailers Receive Substantial Reduction in Antitrust Fines

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Last updated: March 10, 2025 9:45 am
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Published April 10, 2024
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Norway’s competitive landscape witnessed a significant development as the country’s top three food retailers saw a substantial reduction in the antitrust fines imposed on them.

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Initially facing a combined penalty of 21 billion Norwegian crowns ($2.4 billion), Norgesgruppen, Rema, and Coop now confront fines totaling 4.9 billion crowns ($459 million), following a reassessment by the Norwegian Competition Authority. This notable reduction underscores evolving perceptions regarding the nature of cooperation among the retailers and its implications for market competition.

Background of the Case

In 2020, the Norwegian Competition Authority levied record fines against Norgesgruppen, Rema, and Coop, alleging collusion and anticompetitive practices that potentially inflated prices within the food retail sector. The regulator scrutinized the retailers’ utilization of “price hunters” to monitor competitors’ pricing strategies and their reciprocal sharing of access to retail outlets. While the retailers defended these practices as conducive to fostering competition, the authority contended that they likely impeded market dynamism, raising concerns about consumer welfare.

Basis for Reduction in Fines

The substantial reduction in fines stems from a reevaluation of the case, with the Norwegian Competition Authority revisiting the circumstances surrounding the alleged antitrust violations. The authority clarified that the revised penalties were prompted by a reassessment of the situation, which no longer categorized the actions of the retailers as a deliberate breach of competition regulations. This shift in perspective, coupled with other mitigating factors, contributed to the considerable reduction in the financial penalties imposed on Norgesgruppen, Rema, and Coop.

Response from Retailers

Despite the reduction in fines, the implicated retailers continue to contest the allegations leveled against them. Coop expressed vehement disagreement with the Competition Authority’s assertions, reiterating its stance on compliance with competition regulations. Similarly, Norgesgruppen rebuffed any wrongdoing and expressed surprise at the persistence of the case. Rema, while yet to comment directly on the revised fines, had previously refuted accusations of anticompetitive behavior.

Implications and Next Steps

The decision to impose fines remains preliminary, affording the retailers an opportunity to respond to the revised penalties by May 2. Additionally, the affected parties retain the right to appeal against the fines in court, further prolonging the legal proceedings. Meanwhile, the Norwegian Competition Authority continues to evaluate the potential anticompetitive effects of the retailers’ collaboration, underscoring the ongoing scrutiny surrounding market practices within the food retail sector.

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