Bakkavor and Greencore Executives Stay Optimistic Despite CMA Worries
The UK’s competition watchdog has indicated that the £2.1 billion acquisition of Bakkavor by Greencore is likely to “substantially” reduce competition in the supply of...
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CMA Approves GXO’s Acquisition of Wincanton, Conditional on Sale of Grocery Warehousing Division
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has cleared the GXO-Wincanton merger, contingent upon the sale of Wincanton’s dedicated grocery warehousing business to a buyer approved...
UK CMA Urges Elimination of Brand Influence in Infant Formula Market
The UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has called for greater transparency in the marketing of infant formula to assist parents. The CMA’s recommendations follow...
CMA Approves $3.9 Billion Purchase of Eviosys
On 24 October, the CMA initiated a Phase 1 investigation to review the proposed merger of two businesses, initially agreed upon in July for $3.9...
CMA Findings on Grocery Market Competition Celebrated by ACS
In its comments, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) highlights that the grocery sector has experienced a notable decline in operating profits over the past...
CMA investigation labeled as mere publicity stunt, claims food lawyer
In a statement, Mark Jones, renowned lawyer and partner at Gordons, expressed his views on the ongoing investigation by the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA)....
CMA Releases Latest Developments Concerning Competition in the Groceries Industry
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) emphasizes the importance of effective competition in the UK grocery sector, especially as food and grocery prices continue to...
CMA unveils strategy to enhance competition in fuel retail
The proposed fuel finder open data scheme is set to revolutionize the road fuel market in the UK. Designed to enhance competition and empower consumers,...
Co-op’s Petrol Station Business Acquisition by Asda Cleared by CMA
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) previously expressed concerns about the acquisition of 132 petrol stations by a major supermarket in October. The fear was...
CMA to conduct investigation into supermarkets.
The Competition and Mergers Authority (CMA) has announced plans to further investigate the grocery sector to determine if a lack of competition is leading to...