Temu Challenges European Commission Over Foreign Subsidy Claims

The company issued a sharp rebuttal to the Commission’s Statement of Grounds, maintaining that it cooperated fully throughout the regulatory probe. Management claims the findings mischaracterize its financial structure and insists that its competitive presence in the internal market relies on organic operating activities. By denying any reliance on foreign subsidies, Temu is signaling a readiness to challenge the Commission’s regulatory pressure in court or through formal administrative proceedings.

While the investigation remains ongoing, the company reiterated its commitment to complying with EU legal obligations. The outcome of this dispute could set a significant precedent for how the European Commission monitors non-EU entities operating within the bloc under the Foreign Subsidies Regulation. Temu now moves into a period of analysis, preparing a detailed response to the Commission’s evidence while attempting to preserve its reputation among European consumers.