Brewers in cartel probe all held beer prices steady after 2023 tax cut

Outlet: The Japan Times · Published 25/10/2026 02:24 UTC

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The Japan Fair Trade Commission is investigating a possible cartel regarding shipping prices among Asahi, Kirin, Suntory and Sapporo.

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~~Cartel-suspected brewers~~ Brewers in cartel probe all held beer prices steady after 2023 tax cut

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Source: https://www.japantimes.co.jp/business/2026/10/25/japan-cartel-suspected-brewers/
Published: 25/10/2026 02:24 UTC
Captured: 25/10/2026 07:08 UTC
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