# EU regulators are assessing whether Chinese e-commerce giant JD.com's $2.5 billion bid for German electronics retailer Ceconomy involves Chinese subsidies.

*business · news · 2026-04-22 · MarketScreener*

## Key points

- EU regulators are probing JD.com's $2.5 billion Ceconomy bid for potential Chinese subsidies.
- The European Commission is evaluating the acquisition under the Foreign Subsidies Regulation, not merger rules.
- A preliminary probe ends May 28, after which a deeper investigation could be launched if needed.
- The deal already cleared Italy but faces regulatory scrutiny in Austria under national investment rules.

**Countries:** China, Germany, Austria, Italy

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