Philippine onion cartel respondents challenge record $28m fine
By James Konstantin Galvez ( October 19, 2026, 07:54 GMT | Insight) -- Several respondents in the Philippine onion-cartel case have sought reconsideration of a record 1.76 billion-peso ($28 million) fine imposed by the Philippine Competition Commission, MLex has learned. As of Monday, three respondent groups have filed motions challenging the decision, while the PCC is still determining whether the remaining respondents sought reconsideration or paid their fines before the deadline last Friday. Those whose motions are rejected may appeal to the Court of Appeals, while separate criminal proceedings remain possible.Several respondents in the Philippine onion-cartel case have sought reconsideration of a record 1.76 billion-peso ($28 million) fine imposed by the country's competition regulator, which is still determining whether the remaining respondents have challenged the decision or paid their penalties....
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