March 2026
The Antimonopoly Committee of Ukraine (AMCU) reported a significant increase in enforcement activity in 2025, alongside an expanded advocacy agenda.
A notable decision concerned the pharmaceutical sector, where the AMCU imposed ₴ 4.8 billion (€ 101 million) in fines on two major pharmaceutical distributors and opened a cartel investigation involving the largest pharmacy chains, signalling heightened scrutiny of the medicines supply chain.
ENERGY AND FUEL MARKETS REMAIN A PRIORITY
Light petroleum products.
AMCU launched an inquiry into the sector and opened a case concerning alleged concerted practices
Electricity sector.
AMCU adopted a decision in an abuse of dominance case and initiated a further investigation into potential abuse
FUEL RETAIL.
Merger control activity
Merger control activity remained particularly high in fuel retail, reflecting continued consolidation in the sector and sustained AMCU scrutiny.
The full annual report has not yet been published, and further details on the AMCU’s enforcement activities are expected once the complete document becomes available. Stay tuned!
AUTHORED BY ANTITRUST & COMPETITION PRACTICE
Viacheslav Korchev
Partner
Nataliya Kovalova
Counsel
Oleg
Abuzov