Apple Seeks Indian Court Intervention to Stop Antitrust Body from Seeking Global Financials

As per Reuters, Apple has taken its legal challenge against India’s competition regulator to the Delhi High Court, contesting a request for global financial information linked to an ongoing investigation into its app store practices. 

Legal Challenge and Investigation Background 

The dispute stems from an investigation by the Competition Commission of India into Apple’s app store policies, in which the regulator has alleged abuse of dominant position. Apple has denied the allegations and is contesting the validity of the penalty framework under which the investigation is being pursued.  

According to court filings, the company has asked the Delhi High Court to direct the CCI not to proceed against it at this stage and to place the investigation on hold. 

Financial Exposure and Court Timeline 

Apple has stated that it faces potential penalties of up to $38 billion if fines are calculated using its global turnover. While its challenge to the 2024 penalty rules remains pending, the CCI sought Apple’s financial details through a private order dated December 31.  

Apple argued in a January 15 filing that being compelled to comply before the court decides on the legality of the penalty rules would undermine its case. The matter is scheduled to be heard by the Delhi High Court on January 27. 

Read More: Apple Pay Set to Enter India Market; Launch Expected by Late 2026! 

Conclusion 

The upcoming court hearing will determine whether the CCI can proceed with its information request while Apple’s broader challenge to India’s penalty framework remains unresolved. 

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