Memo: Antitrust: commitment decisions – frequently asked questions

Answers questions concerning Antitrust commitment decisions, namely:

- What types of decision does the European Commission take?

- What are the main characteristics of a commitment decision, and what are the main differences from a prohibition decision?

- Why does the Commission accept to close proceedings without the finding of an infringement?

- Why do parties offer commitments if they contest any wrongdoing?

- In which cases does the Commission adopt commitment decisions?