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The court ruled that CEC Bank must pay a fine imposed by the Competition Council related to the ROBOR scandal. This decision marks a significant win for the state against the banks accused of artificially inflating interest rates. Other banks that contested their fines may face similar rulings, potentially leading to over 700 million euros in penalties. However, the court has yet to determine if the banks indeed manipulated the ROBOR rates, which will be addressed in future cases. The scandal has severely impacted many Romanians with loans, as interest rates surged during the pandemic. Affected clients may eventually pursue legal action against the banks, but this process could take years.