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Philippines antitrust agency expects ruling this year in record onion cartel case

By James Konstantin Galvez ( February 2, 2026, 07:41 GMT | Insight) -- The Philippine Competition Commission said a ruling is expected this year in its biggest cartel case to date, which could result in a record 2.4 billion peso fine, as officials stress that enforcement remains focused on changing business behavior and targeting consumer-facing sectors.The Philippine antitrust agency's biggest cartel case to date — which could result in a record penalty of 2.4 billion pesos ($40.8 million today) against an alleged onion cartel — has been submitted for decision, with a ruling expected this year, competition chief Michael Aguinaldo told MLex....

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