SINGAPORE, March 27, 2026 — The Competition and Consumer Commission of Singapore has revised its guidelines on merger procedures to streamline reviews and provide greater clarity for businesses.
The updated Merger Procedure Guidelines, which will take effect on May 1, 2026, introduce a faster review track for transactions unlikely to raise competition concerns. Under the changes, the regulator’s Phase 1 assessment period may be shortened from 30 to 25 working days.
The revisions also aim to reduce the information burden on companies and third parties involved in merger reviews and provide earlier indications to notifying parties on whether a transaction is likely to be cleared.
According to the regulator, the changes incorporate feedback received during a public consultation held between October and November 2025 and reflect developments in both Singapore’s regulatory framework and international merger control practices.
