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Mars’ $36bn takeover of Kellanova clears EU merger watchdog (update*)

By Andrew Boyce and Jean Comte ( December 8, 2025, 14:00 GMT | Insight) -- Mars' intended acquisition of Kellanova was cleared without remedies by the European Commission on Monday. The regulator opened an in-depth probe into the deal in June, over concerns that the combined entity could gain “increased negotiating power” toward retailers. These concerns were not backed by the investigation's findings.Mars has won EU approval for its takeover of snacks maker Kellanova, after the European Commission dropped concerns that the US food giant could strong-arm retailers....

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