FTC and states sue Amazon over alleged ad pricing manipulation

The FTC and more than 20 states have sued Amazon in federal court, alleging the company manipulated advertising prices and overcharged advertisers and sellers.[1][2][3] The articles say the conduct is alleged to have continued since 2019 and may have affected about 1.2 million sellers and brands, wi

What is established so far

• FTC action involves Amazon and multiple states.[1][2][3]
• Allegations focus on secret ad-price manipulation and overcharging.[2][3]
• Reports differ slightly on the number of states involved.[1][2][3]