China's market regulator is expected to announce the results of its antitrust investigation into Trip.com Group as early as this week.
Key facts
- •The SAMR investigation into Trip.com began in January.
- •Regulators alleged that the company abused its dominant market position.
- •Trip.com reported 62 billion yuan in net revenue for 2025.
- •The company could face fines between 2 billion yuan and 6 billion yuan.
- •Trip.com and the SAMR did not provide immediate comments on Monday.
China’s State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) is preparing to conclude its months-long antitrust investigation into Trip.com Group. The outcome of the probe, which was launched in January, could be announced as soon as this week, according to sources familiar with the matter.
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Potential Penalties and Allegations
The SAMR launched the investigation in January, alleging that Trip.com abused its dominant market position and engaged in monopolistic practices. Under Chinese anti-monopoly law, the company could face the confiscation of illegal proceeds and fines reaching up to 10 percent of its previous year’s sales. Sources indicated that the potential fine could range between 2 billion yuan and 6 billion yuan.
Company Background
Trip.com Group operates several major travel platforms, including its international namesake site, Skyscanner, and the China-focused platforms Ctrip and Qunar. The company also maintains a stake in Tongcheng Travel. In 2025, Trip.com reported net revenues of 62 billion yuan.
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This article was independently rewritten by ManyPress editorial AI from reporting originally published by SCMP Business.
