Delhi HC pauses CCI's final order against Apple in app store case until July 15

Apple wins interim relief as Delhi High Court stays CCI from issuing final orders in the app store abuse case until July 15. Apple is challenging amended Competition Act provisions that allow penalties on global turnover, exposing the company to fines of up to $38 billion.

— Source publishedFri, 15 May, 2026, 15:50 IST·First seen Fri, 15 May, 2026, 16:01 IST·Source ET Small Business

What happened

Delhi High Court paused CCI from passing a final order until July 15 in the app store abuse case against Apple, while Apple challenges amended Competition Act

Key facts

  • 10%
  • $38 billion
  • July 15
  • May 21

Why this matters

India's expanded penalty basis on global turnover materially raises deal diligence stakes for any platform M&A touching App Store-like distribution models in the region.

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