EU Commission spokesperson says we're giving Google (GOOG) a bit more time to address Commission concerns related to Digital Markets Act case

The extension granted by the EU Commission to Google regarding the Digital Markets Act concerns suggests a potential easing of immediate pressures on the company.

Newsquawk StaffPublished 8 May 2026, 11:31 UTCOn the live feed at 11:11 UTC — 4 more headlines followed before this page went public

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EU Commission spokesperson says we're giving Google (GOOG) a bit more time to address Commission concerns related to Digital Markets Act case

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This move may be interpreted as a sign of ongoing negotiations and could reduce volatility in Google's share price, while also impacting investor sentiment in the broader tech sector. Keep an eye on how this affects regulatory expectations across similar tech firms.

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