Getty Images-Shutterstock deal may be referred for deeper probe in UK
( October 20, 2025, 10:26 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Getty Images’ planned buyout of US rival Shutterstock may harm competition and will be referred for a deeper probe unless the parties offer undertakings to address the concerns, the UK antitrust regulator said. The Competition and Markets Authority said it will publish the full text of its decision shortly.Statement follows....
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