KFTC Opens Third Investigation Into Coupang Over Market Dominance Allegations
On Sept. 1, 2026, South Korea’s competition watchdog opened another investigation into Coupang over alleged abuse of market dominance and interference with rival businesses, the third probe in under two months. The dispute follows Coupang’s refusal to permit a separate KFTC onsite inspection in August. A Seoul seminar argued the enforcement approach risks sanctioning without proving restricted competition or consumer harm.