European Union Competition Commission

The European Union Competition Commission, also known as the European Commission’s Directorate-General for Competition, is responsible for overseeing fair business practices within the EU. It enforces rules that prevent companies from engaging in anti-competitive behaviors like monopolies, cartels, or abusing dominant market positions. Its goal is to ensure open markets, encourage innovation, and protect consumers by promoting healthy competition among businesses. When companies violate these rules, the commission can investigate, impose fines, or require changes to restore fair competition, helping maintain a balanced and dynamic economic environment across EU countries.