FTC

FTC Sunshine Act Meeting Notice

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced a closed meeting scheduled for March 12, 2026, to consider non-adjudicative law enforcement matters. The meeting will be closed to the public under specific exemptions outlined in the Sunshine Act.

FTC Grants Early Termination of Waiting Periods for Mergers

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has granted early termination of waiting periods for several proposed mergers and acquisitions. These actions, published in the Federal Register, indicate that neither the FTC nor the Assistant Attorney General intends to take further action on these specific transactions during the review period.

FTC Proposes Rule on Prenotification Negative Option Plans

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has issued an advance notice of proposed rulemaking seeking public comment on potential amendments to its Negative Option Rule. The FTC aims to address consumer complaints regarding recurring payments for unwanted products and services and difficulties in cancellation. Comments are due by April 13, 2026.

FTC Proposes Rule on Rental Housing Fee Practices

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has issued an advance notice of proposed rulemaking regarding unfair or deceptive practices in rental housing fee structures. The FTC is seeking public comment on issues such as undisclosed mandatory fees and misleading advertising of rent prices.

FTC Request to Extend Used Car Rule PRA Clearance

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is requesting an extension of the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA) clearance for the information collection requirements in the Used Car Rule. The current clearance expires on February 28, 2026. The FTC is seeking public comment on this extension.

FTC Proposes Rule on Negative Option Plans and Recurring Payments

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has proposed a new rule concerning the use of prenotification negative option plans and recurring payment practices. This proposal aims to provide clearer guidelines and protections for consumers regarding subscription services and automatic renewals.

FTC Proposed Rule on Deceptive Rental Housing Fees

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has proposed a new rule to prohibit unfair or deceptive practices related to rental housing fees. This proposal aims to protect consumers from misleading fee disclosures by landlords and property management companies.

JFTC Issues Cease and Desist Order to MC Data Plus

The Japan Fair Trade Commission (JFTC) has issued a cease and desist order to MC Data Plus, Inc. for alleged violations of the Antimonopoly Act. This action indicates potential anticompetitive practices by the company.

JFTC Reviews Adobe Figma Acquisition and Cautions Logic Inc.

The Japan Fair Trade Commission (JFTC) has closed its review of Adobe Inc.'s proposed acquisition of Figma, Inc., indicating no immediate concerns. Separately, the JFTC issued a caution to Logic Inc. regarding potential violations of the Antimonopoly Act.

Japan Fair Trade Commission Press Releases 2022

The Japan Fair Trade Commission (JFTC) has released its press releases for 2022, detailing various enforcement actions, training courses, and participation in international competition events. These announcements cover a range of antitrust and competition policy matters.