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19 Aug 2026, 08:07 UTC · 1h ago
Trainline shares drop 14% as competition watchdog opens drip-pricing probe
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Proactive Investors
19 Aug 2026, 08:07 UTC · 1h ago
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The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has opened a formal investigation into Trainline PLC regarding potential 'drip pricing' of booking fees. — Regulatory probes create uncertainty and can lead to significant fines or forced changes to revenue-generating pricing models.
-0.60The CMA has the authority to impose fines of up to 10% of Trainline's global turnover and order customer compensation if an infringement is found. — The potential for a fine based on global turnover represents a material financial risk to the company's balance sheet.
-0.50Trainline's share price fell 14% to 208.4p following the announcement of the CMA investigation. — The immediate market reaction confirms investor sensitivity to the regulatory risk, though it is a lagging indicator of the news.
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Brokers Panmure Liberum and Stifel maintained 'buy' ratings on Trainline despite the investigation. — Analyst support suggests the fundamental value of the company remains intact despite the short-term regulatory headwinds.
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Shares fell 14% following a formal investigation by the CMA into 'drip pricing' and potential fines.
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