The CMA’s efforts to make dynamic, forward-looking assessments of parties’ overlaps will only increase post-Brexit.
Dealmakers must be alert to the increasingly interventionist approach of the UK’s Competition and Markets...more
The guidance includes a refresher on “failing firm” defence claims, for which the CMA will maintain a high bar.
On 22 April 2020 the UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) published guidance on its assessment of...more
What does the UK’s exit from the EU on 31 January mean for parties’ deal planning?
Key Points:
..On 23 January 2020, the UK passed legislation to leave the EU on 31 January 2020 under the terms of the Withdrawal Agreement...more
1/29/2020
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Filing Requirements ,
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Merger Controls ,
Mergers ,
Transitional Arrangements ,
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UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) ,
Withdrawal Agreement
In a continually evolving antitrust landscape, we consider five key trends that PE deal teams should be aware of.
Focus on Non-Controlling Stakes in Competing Companies -
Antitrust authorities are paying closer...more
3/13/2019
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Antitrust Division ,
Common Ownership ,
Competition Authorities ,
Document Productions ,
EU ,
European Commission ,
Gun-Jumping ,
Investors ,
Merger Controls ,
Private Equity ,
UK
Merger control regime now effective, as per UAE Cabinet resolution setting filing thresholds.
The Federal Cabinet of the United Arab Emirates has recently issued Cabinet Resolution No. 13 of 2016 (the Cabinet...more