Amazon has made the decision not to surrender. On Monday, January 12, 2026, Italy’s antitrust authority reduced the fine imposed on Amazon to 752.4 million euros ($876.3 million), from 1.13 billion euros in 2021.
Battle Background
In 2021, the antitrust regulator of Italy fined Amazon a historical amount of money due to predatory behavior in the e-commerce logistics sector.
The government alleged that Amazon preferred its own Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) service therefore, marginalizing the competitions and discouraging competition.
In September 2025, a Lazio regional court affirmed the essence of the violations but ordered a recalculation. The court removed 50% surcharge, cutting the amount of the fine, announced this week. Although it has reduced the fine, Amazon confirmed it would continue its fight against the ruling.
Dual Appeals Heat Up
Amazon also reiterated its resistance to the amended ruling. Amazon said in an emailed statement to Reuters.
As previously stated, we strongly disagree with the decision of the Italian Competition Authority and we will continue to emphasize our position throughout the legal proceedings.
The case represents a case of rising disputes between European authorities and the big tech corporations, with several high-profile fines against the U.S.-based corporations being issued in 2025 across the EU.
Future Outlook
Courts Supreme judges might take the proceedings to 2027 and the ultimate result would be either the cancellation of the fine or its reinstatement at a higher rate.
An unfavorable decision in favor of Amazon would call into question similar antitrust cases in Paris and Berlin; and vice versa. A loss would cost the company more than it makes by dismantling its businesses in Italy in 2025 and enhance the enforcement of stricter EU antitrust laws in the midst of a slowing technology industry in Europe.
