Tag: merger

Trump Administration Retains Biden-Era Merger Review Guidelines

The Trump administration has opted to maintain the stricter merger review guidelines…

Nokia Set to Secure EU Antitrust Clearance for $2.3 Billion Infinera Acquisition

Nokia (NOKIA.HE) is poised to receive unconditional approval from the European Union’s…

Honda and Nissan Abandon $60 Billion Merger Talks, Raising Uncertainty

Japanese automakers Nissan Motor Co. and Honda Motor Co. have officially ended…

AMD’s $4.9Bn Bet on AI Won’t Face Regulatory Hurdles

Advanced Micro Devices (AMD)’s acquisition of ZT Systems is unlikely to face…

SGS Ends $30 Billion Merger Talks with Bureau Veritas

Swiss testing and inspection giant SGS has formally announced the termination of discussions regarding…

Monte dei Paschi di Siena Proposes €13.3 Billion Merger with Mediobanca

In another move to further consolidate the Italian banking sector, Banca Monte…

Azul-Gol Merger: Transforming Brazil’s Skies

Abra Group (majority investor in Azul) and Gol, two of Brazil's largest…

Mexican IFT Clears CFE’s Non-Controlling Acquisition with Conditions

On January 17, 2025, the Mexican Telecom Regulator (IFT in its acronym…

Lessons From The UK’s GenAI Merger Review 

In 2024, the UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) reviewed no fewer…

Leadership Shakeup at Paramount Global: CEO Steps Down Amidst Merger Turmoil

Paramount Global, the media conglomerate encompassing CBS, MTV, and Paramount Pictures, is…

Tapestry and Capri Merger Receives Antitrust Nod from EU and Japan

In a significant stride towards their planned merger, luxury conglomerates Tapestry and…

UK Competition Authority Launches Probe into Vodafone and Three Merger: Implications for Consumers and Market Dynamics

The United Kingdom's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has initiated a formal…