Apple says India antitrust body overstepping judicial authority as spat intensifies

Apple is challenging an Indian antitrust proceeding that it says exceeds the competition regulator's authority by compelling disclosure of financials in an iPhone apps market case. The dispute centers on the law governing penalties and adds legal uncertainty for Apple in India. The headline is negative for sentiment but likely limited in immediate market impact absent a ruling or fine.

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Apple is challenging an Indian antitrust proceeding that it says exceeds the competition regulator's authority by compelling disclosure of financials in an iPhone apps market case. The dispute centers on the law governing penalties and adds legal uncertainty for Apple in India. The headline is negative for sentiment but likely limited in immediate market impact absent a ruling or fine.