Federal Court Allows FTC Antitrust Case Against Amazon

A U.S. federal judge has partially granted Amazon's motion to dismiss an antitrust lawsuit brought by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), allowing some claims to proceed while dismissing others. The lawsuit, initiated in September 2023, alleges that Amazon engaged in monopolistic practices that harm both competitors and consumers. Although some state-level claims were dismissed, core federal allegations remain intact, and the case is set for a bench trial in October 2026. Amazon argues that its business model benefits consumers and that its pricing practices are competitive. The ruling is part of a broader regulatory movement against major tech companies like Meta, Google, and Apple, indicating a critical examination of their market power. The FTC has until October 31 to file an amended complaint on the claims that were not dismissed.