Google (GOOGL) fined $4.67 billion for EU antitrust violations

Published on 7/2/2026 · Source: cnbc.com

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Google (GOOGL) fined $4.67 billion for EU antitrust violations

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The European Court of Justice (ECJ) upheld a fine of approximately 4.1 billion euros ($4.67 billion) against Google (GOOGL) for anti-competitive practices related to its Android operating system. This penalty, originally imposed by the European Commission in 2018, stemmed from allegations of abusing its mobile market dominance to favor its own apps. In 2022, a lower EU court reduced the fine from 4.34 billion euros to its current level. The confirmation of this fine may impact Google's operating strategies and financials in Europe moving forward.

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