EU Fines Google (GOOGL) Near Triple-Digits Over Antitrust Case

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The European Union (EU) plans to fine Alphabet's Google (GOOGL) a high triple-digit million euro sum due to an antitrust investigation, according to Handelsblatt. The decision, which is nearing completion and expected before the summer break, would mark the largest penalty imposed by the EU under the Digital Markets Act (DMA). The investigation began in March 2025 and centers on allegations that Google favors its services in search results. A spokesperson from the EU emphasized the focus on compliance rather than penalties, although Google has expressed concerns about the regulations' impacts on its services.