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Comment: UK CMA's tough merger approach shows little sign of letting up

By Victoria Ibitoye ( June 24, 2020, 13:29 GMT | Comment) -- Blocked and abandoned M&A deals have become a recurring theme in the UK as the merger regulator has shown itself to be increasingly wary of allowing tie-ups. The Competition and Markets Authority’s bullish approach shows little sign of slowing with updated merger guidance tipped for later this year and a final report on reforms for online platforms as soon as next week. The ushering in of a new chairman at the regulator could also pave the way for an emboldened agenda.Blocked and abandoned M&A deals have become a recurring theme in the UK as the merger regulator has shown itself to be increasingly wary of allowing tie-ups....

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