Trip.com hit with RMB 3.52 billion China antitrust fine over hotel exclusivity practices

• China’s SAMR issued an administrative penalty decision against Trip.com on July 25, 2026, citing abuse of market dominance under the Anti-Monopoly Law.
• Ordered to stop the conduct, refund RMB 122 million in hotel order security deposits, confiscate RMB 1.66 billion in gains.
• Imposed a RMB 3.52 billion fine, equal to 7.5% of 2025 China sales revenue.
• Trip.com accepted the decision, committing to rectification measures and stronger governance mechanisms.

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