The objective of merger control is to examine whether proposed mergers will have harmful effects on competition. If it is considered that a merger will not harm competition, it is …

Jul 10, 2025 · A look back at the most consequential recent trends and developments in merger control in European Union.

The implementation of the new rules was accompanied by lower intervention rates on average. This period has become problematic as it has coincided with large digital mergers that paved …

Jun 30, 2023 · In summary This article discusses key jurisdictional, procedural and substantive developments regarding EU merger control from May 2022 to April 2023.

Jul 8, 2025 · These guidelines explain the Commission's practice when assessing the impact of proposed concentrations on competition and their compatibility with the EU internal market.

Apr 9, 2024 · Competition authorities in Europe have attracted significant attention for their intervention in M&A deals and greater enforcement of their merger control regimes.

Jan 31, 2025 · This client alert offers a comprehensive overview of European merger control throughout 2024.

Jul 10, 2025 · In 2024, the EC issued five conditional Phase I decisions (i.e., CMA/CGM Bolloré Logistics, Cooper Consumer Health SAS/Viatris’ OTC business, Bunge/Viterra, JD Sports/Courir …

Most problematic mergers are nevertheless approved, with specific conditions. In the course of the merger review process, companies have the opportunity to propose and negotiate solutions …

Sep 15, 2025 · We distil our key recommendations into five priorities we’d like to see feature in the revised guidelines, and two pitfalls the Commission should avoid.