明确依法竞争边界 涉反垄断执法新规发布

Core Viewpoint - The revised "Regulations on Prohibiting Monopoly Agreements" will take effect on February 1 next year, providing clear behavioral guidelines for businesses regarding vertical monopoly agreements [1]. Group 1: Clarification of Legal Competition Boundaries - The revised regulations clarify the applicable standards and conditions under which vertical monopoly agreements are not prohibited, helping businesses understand the legal boundaries of competition [3]. - For agreements that fix or limit resale prices, if the market share is below 5% and the sales revenue of the involved products is below 100 million yuan during the agreement period, such agreements will not be prohibited [3]. - For non-price-related vertical restrictions, businesses can apply the "safe harbor" rule if their market share is below 15% during the agreement period, without a revenue condition [3]. Group 2: Support for Compliance and Market Innovation - The new regulations help businesses assess the legality and safety of their marketing behaviors, further stimulating market innovation [5]. - The "safe harbor" rule encourages businesses to enhance antitrust compliance, maintaining fair competition in the market, and providing more flexible development space for small and micro enterprises [5]. - The rules are expected to significantly reduce compliance costs and increase operational flexibility for small and micro enterprises, as they often fall within the protected range of the "safe harbor" [5].