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Hunter Douglas-247 Home Furnishings deal under in-depth probe, UK CMA says

( April 1, 2020, 11:37 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Hunter Douglas’s purchase of 247 Home Furnishings has been referred for an in-depth investigation, the UK Competition and Markets Authority has said. The CMA said the deal raises competition concerns in the supply of made-to-measure window blinds. It said Hunter Douglas and 247 are two of the leading suppliers of online made-to-measure blinds, and that the merger could leave online customers with few alternative suppliers.Statement follows. The reference is attached and decision are attached....

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