The Turkish Competition Board announced today that it has initiated a formal investigation into tech giant Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) and several local companies—Destek Bilisim, Easycep Bilisim, Getmobil Technology, and HB Bilisim—over potential violations of competition laws.
The probe centers on allegations that these firms may have interfered with the pricing strategies of resellers, raising concerns about anti-competitive practices in the Turkish market.
The investigation aims to determine whether the companies exerted undue influence over resellers’ sales prices, a move that could stifle fair competition and harm consumers.
The Turkish Competition Board, tasked with enforcing antitrust regulations, stated that the inquiry was launched following preliminary evidence warranting a deeper examination.
Apple, a global leader in consumer electronics, has faced similar scrutiny in other markets, but this marks a significant step by Turkish authorities to address potential misconduct within the country’s tech sector.
The inclusion of local firms suggests a broader effort to ensure compliance across the industry.