Kimberly-Clark–Kenvue deal among 14 unconditionally cleared in China Oct. 5–11
( October 21, 2026, 09:20 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: US personal-care company Kimberly-Clark's proposed acquisition of consumer-health company Kenvue and Japanese trading house ITOCHU's proposed purchase of a stake in Dentsu Soken were among 14 deals unconditionally cleared by China’s State Administration for Market Regulation between Oct. 5 and 11, according to a list published Tuesday. Both transactions were approved on Oct. 10.List of deals is attached (in Chinese)....
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