JFTC inspects Amazon Japan over suspected antitrust violations involving seller pricing pressures.

The Japan Fair Trade Commission (JFTC) has conducted an inspection at Amazon Japan's headquarters, suspecting the company of violating antitrust laws. The investigation focuses on whether Amazon Japan pressured sellers to reduce prices in exchange for preferred placement on its platform, potentially favoring its own products and disadvantaging competitors. This is the second time Amazon Japan faces such scrutiny from the JFTC.

November 26, 2024
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