The Autorité starts inquiries ex officio into the product rating systems sector

Summary:

The Autoritu00e9 de la concurrence has initiated an inquiry into the product rating systems sector to assess the competitive functioning of the sector. The inquiry aims to evaluate the role of product rating systems as a parameter of competition, specifically how the information provided by these systems influences purchasing decisions and whether they encourage companies to innovate and create more sustainable products and services. The inquiry will also examine the operation of the systems, including the practices of players at various stages of the value chain, and the consequences of the multiplication and coexistence of rating systems within the same sector.