Amazon Poised for Late 2026 Trial in FTC Monopoly Power Lawsuit

The Federal Trade Commission’s high-profile antitrust lawsuit against e-commerce giant Amazon.com Inc. will go to trial in October 2026, per a US federal judge’s order on Tuesday.

The FTC sued Amazon in September over allegations the online retailer harmed consumers by causing prices to go up on competing websites. The regulator cited testimony from online brands and sellers who claim Amazon retaliated against them for offering lower prices on other platforms. The agency says Amazon maintains a monopoly over the online marketplace by overcharging sellers and degrading quality for shoppers.

Amazon, in an effort to dismiss the case, said in ...