Washington, D.C., September 26, 2025 – The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has approved a modified final consent order addressing concerns that Omnicom Group Inc.’s proposed $13.5 billion acquisition of The Interpublic Group of Companies, Inc. […]
Author: Vipal Durge
US FTC Consults on Draft Strategic Five-Year Plan
Washington, D.C., September 26, 2025 – The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has invited public comment on its draft Strategic Plan for Fiscal Years 2026–2030, outlining the agency’s mission, priorities, and performance goals for the next […]
China Approves Keysight’s Acquisition of Spirent with Conditions
Beijing, September 28, 2025 – China’s State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) has granted conditional approval for Keysight Technologies’ proposed acquisition of Spirent Communications, with divestment remedies to address concerns in the domestic communications testing […]
Belgian Authority Seeks Input on Sectoral Price Revision Practices
Brussels, September 24, 2025 – The Belgian Competition Authority (BCA) has launched a wide-ranging investigation into sectoral price revision and indexation mechanisms, inviting businesses, industry groups, consumer associations, and experts to contribute their experiences. The […]
Hungary’s GVH Vows Action Against AI Misuse, Deceptive Marketing in Digital Markets
Budapest, September 25, 2025 – Hungary’s Competition Authority (GVH) has pledged tougher enforcement against the misuse of artificial intelligence (AI) in digital markets, warning that new technologies must not undermine consumer rights or distort competition. […]
