Competition Bureau gets court order for Amazon pricing probe
The regulator is investigating Amazon's fair pricing policy.
The bureau says the policy allows Amazon to penalize sellers for certain conduct, including if they set a price for a product on Amazon.ca that is significantly higher than recent prices offered on Amazon or elsewhere.
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Amazon's decision to display tariff costs alongside products is a 'hostile and political' act: White House
Online marketplaces allow shoppers to buy products from both third-party sellers and, in certain cases, the platform itself. Third-party sellers typically pay a commission or other fees to use the platform.
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The regulator says the investigation focuses on a potential abuse of dominance and is distinct from its investigation into Amazon's marketing practices.
The court order from the Federal Court requires Amazon to produce records and information relevant to the investigation, the bureau says.
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