A federal judge has ruled that the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) can proceed with its significant antitrust lawsuit against Amazon, marking a major defeat for the e-commerce giant. The judge, John H. Chun, also granted Amazon a minor victory by dismissing some claims made by certain states involved in the legal battle.
The lawsuit, filed in September 2023, stems from a lengthy investigation into Amazon's business practices and is considered one of the most substantial legal challenges the company has faced in its nearly 30-year history. The FTC and attorneys general from 18 states, along with Puerto Rico, have accused Amazon of leveraging its market dominance to inflate prices, overcharge sellers, and stifle competition.
