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Elders' play for Delta Agribusiness raises antitrust concerns, regulator says

( May 29, 2025, 00:09 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Elders’ acquisition of 100 percent of Delta Agribusiness may lead to higher prices or reduced quality in the supply of rural merchandise, Australian competition regulator has found. In a statement today, Australian Competition & Consumer Commission said that preliminary investigation has revealed that without an independent Delta competing with Elders, the deal may reduce competition in the “retail supply of rural merchandise in various local markets, and at a broader regional, state or national level.” The regulator today published its statement of issues, highlighting a key focus on whether having a chain of retail stores enhances Delta’s ability to compete more effectively with Elders. The full statement by the Australian Competition & Consumer Commission follows; the statement of issues is attached:...

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