Newly unsealed records reveal Amazon’s price-fixing tactics, California attorney general claims
Summary
Guardian exclusive details unsealed records alleging Amazon used automated pricing tools to pressure independent sellers and keep prices competitive on its site while suppressing competitors elsewhere. The documents include emails, depositions, and presentations; California AG seeks a January 2027 trial, while Amazon denies wrongdoing. The report emphasizes potential impacts on sellers and consumers and highlights questions about pricing practices in large platforms.