Consiliul Concurenței a sancționat Euro Parts Distribution și 15 francizați cu amenzi în valoare de 4,49 milioane lei pentru stabilirea prețurilor de revânzare pentru autovehicule - Economica.net

The Competition Council fined Euro Parts Distribution SRL and 15 franchisees a total of 4.49 million lei for price-fixing in the auto parts market. The investigation revealed that franchisees agreed to sell products at prices set by the franchisor from 2018 to 2023. This decision is significant as it marks one of the first sanctions in Romania related to franchise operations. The Council emphasizes that while franchising is a legitimate business model, it cannot justify anti-competitive practices. The investigation is part of a broader analysis of franchise systems in Romania to ensure compliance with competition rules.