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iSelect fined $8.5m after admitting energy price comparison service misled customers – The Guardian
Australia’s consumer watchdog alleged the product comparison website failed to adequately disclose cheaper electricity plans were available
Online product comparison website iSelect has been fined $8.5m after admitting in the federal court that its energy price comparison service misled customers.
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission first filed proceedings against the company in April 2019 alleging it had engaged in deceptive conduct over its energy plans.
iSelect had told consumers it would compare all electricity plans offered by its partners and recommend the most suitable one. But, the consumer watchdog alleged,…
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