Reuters Reported Earlier, Apple Faces Strong Action If App Store Changes Do Not Meet DMA Rules, Citing EU Industry Chief Breton
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EU Industry Chief Breton has indicated that Apple could face significant consequences if the company's App Store does not comply with the upcoming Digital Markets Act (DMA) regulations. The DMA is designed to ensure fair competition and could require changes to how Apple operates its App Store in the European market.
January 26, 2024 | 12:46 pm
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The Vanguard FTSE Europe ETF (VGK), which includes European stocks, could be indirectly affected by the DMA regulations as they may influence the business operations of European companies included in the ETF.
While VGK is not directly targeted by the DMA, the regulations could affect the performance of European companies within the ETF's portfolio. However, the impact is likely to be diverse and not solely dependent on the actions against Apple.
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Apple may need to make significant changes to its App Store in Europe to comply with the DMA, which could impact its revenue and control over the platform in the EU market.
The warning from EU Industry Chief Breton suggests that non-compliance with the DMA could lead to legal challenges or fines for Apple, potentially affecting its European operations and profitability. Investors may be concerned about the impact of regulatory changes on Apple's business model.
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