Afternoon Update: Fuel suppliers investigated over alleged price-gouging; Epstein’s emails visualised; and an ancient skeleton mystery
Australia's fuel crisis prompts investigation into major suppliers for price gouging amid calls for more local fuel solutions.
Consumer watchdog keeping tabs on fuel price hikes
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is investigating concerns about fuel price gouging as prices soar due to global supply chain disruptions.
UK competition watchdog to review private dentistry market after prices rise by 23%
The UK's competition watchdog is investigating the private dentistry market due to a significant rise in prices, particularly following a 23% increase in initial consultation fees over two years.
Private dentist price hikes to be investigated by competition watchdog
The UK competition watchdog is set to investigate significant price increases by private dental practices amid rising consumer concerns over affordability.
UK competition watchdog investigates hotel groups over alleged data sharing
The UK's Competition and Markets Authority is investigating major hotel chains for potentially sharing sensitive competitive data.
Australia news live: big supermarkets in court showdown with competition watchdog over claims of fake discounts
Labor claims the federal budget would be $14bn worse if the Coalition had won the 2025 election, with deficits leading to increased debt and interest payments.
UK competition watchdog to investigate Kingsmill owner’s planned takeover of Hovis
The UK competition authority is investigating a £75 million takeover of Hovis by Associated British Foods, the owner of Kingsmill, due to concerns regarding market competition.