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EU Court Cuts Intel Antitrust Fine to €237 Million, Upholds 'Naked Restrictions' Finding

Judges said the smaller sum reflects limited scope, with a further appeal still possible.

The Intel Corporation logo is seen at a temporary office during the World Economic Forum 2022 (WEF) in the Alpine resort of Davos, Switzerland May 25, 2022. REUTERS/Arnd Wiegmann
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The EU's antitrust enforcer found Intel had 'engaged in a series of anticompetitive practices' -- but the European Court of Justice has cut the initial fine

Overview

  • The EU General Court on Dec. 10 upheld the Commission’s 2023 decision against Intel but lowered the penalty from €376 million to €237 million.
  • The ruling addresses 'naked restrictions' tied to payments Intel made to HP, Acer and Lenovo between 2002 and 2006 to halt or delay AMD-based products.
  • Judges cited the relatively limited number of computers affected and a 12‑month gap between some practices as grounds for cutting the amount.
  • The dispute stems from a 2009 fine of €1.06 billion that was partly annulled in 2022, prompting the Commission to reassess the case and set a new figure in 2023.
  • Both Intel and the European Commission may challenge the judgment at the EU Court of Justice on points of law.