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Competition and Markets Authority
CMA fast-tracks AB Foods' Hovis acquisition to Phase 2 investigation
By bypassing the Phase 1 investigation, the CMA aims to expedite the process, benefiting both ABF and Hovis as they seek regulatory clearance for the acquisition.
CMA proposes to accept remedies amid Vandemoortele-Délifrance merger investigation
The UK's Competition and Markets Authority is proposing to accept remedies following its investigation into Vandemoortele’s deal to buy Délifrance.
CMA flags competition concerns in Vandemoortele-Délifrance merger
This merger, formalised under a Share Purchase Agreement signed in June 2025, is now under scrutiny as the CMA prepares for a possible Phase 2 investigation.
Greencore-Bakkavor merger faces antitrust scrutiny in the UK
The CMA indicated the merger could reduce competition in the supply of own-label chilled sauces, positioning the combined entity as one of the largest UK suppliers.
Müller’s acquisition of Yew Tree Dairy approved by CMA
Müller has announced that it has received approval from the CMA regarding its acquisition of Yew Tree Dairy.
CMA to investigate Carlsberg’s £3.3bn acquisition of Britvic
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is investigating Carlsberg’s £3.3bn (approx. $4.2bn) deal to buy soft drinks company Britvic.
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