Pakistan, July 15 -- The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) is imposing Rs1.007 billion penalties on businesses involved in anti-competitive practices across key sectors. The CCP issued 12 major orders during FY 2024-25, imposing penalties worth Rs1.007 billion on businesses involved in anti-competitive practices across key sectors, including fertilizers, poultry, automobiles, pharmaceuticals, real estate, food, hygiene products, paints, and education.

The Commission has strengthened its enforcement arm and streamlined hearings by curbing unnecessary delays. This fast-track approach is helping CCP resolve cases swiftly and enforce the law more effectively. Out of the 12 orders issued, eight were related to deceptive marketing. Thre...