translate English to French: The fines imposed on BVHE and Carrefour were reduced by approximately 25% and 40% respectively from their actual theoretical amounts, as the companies agreed not to dispute the objections stated against them, and also gave commitments regarding their future behaviour that were likely to restore proper price competition to the market.
Le niveau des prix des médicaments français est proche de la moyenne européenne, mais il est en revanche inférieur de plus de 20 % à ceux pratiqués au Royaume-Uni et en Allemagne, si bien que la France constitue une base d'exportation notamment pour ces deux marchés.