Amazon loses appeal against France’s minimum delivery fee for online book sales
( May 13, 2026, 14:16 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: France’s highest administrative court has rejected Amazon EU’s challenge against France’s minimum delivery fee for online book sales, upholding rules requiring retailers to charge at least €3 for home delivery of books priced below €35. Amazon argued that this decree was protectionist and not in compliance with EU law. The Conseil d’Etat said the measure was justified by the objective of protecting cultural diversity and independent bookstores.Full statement below and decision is attached....
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