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EC clears Universal's purchase of EMI business

The regulator orders two-thirds of the assets the companies must sell to be shed in one block, raising the prospect of a tussle between Sony Entertainment and Warner Music. Continue reading

Posted on September 21, 2012 12:23 PM

FTC clears J&J's $21.3B acquisition of Synthes

The deal will require divestiture to Biomet to address concerns over the loss of competition in wrist fracture treatments Continue reading

Posted on June 12, 2012 11:44 AM

FTC likely to approve J&J-Synthes deal

After a year under review, the $21 billion merger could be approved this week Continue reading

Posted on May 30, 2012 4:14 PM

EC calls for overhaul of state aid rules

Brussels regulators look to focus enforcement resources on the most important cases. An efficient EU state aid regime could help foster economic growth Continue reading

Posted on May 8, 2012 10:45 AM

UMG argues down its market share

The sale of EMI has raised antitrust concerns, particularly after Universal Music scooped up the recorded-music assets. Continue reading

Posted on March 30, 2012 12:00 PM

Mofcom's hard line in hard-disk-drive deals

Two recent rulings by the regulator illustrate the potential hurdles Google and other buyers face when trying to clear mergers in China. Continue reading

Posted on March 30, 2012 12:00 PM

EC opens extended probe of UTC's Goodrich purchase

The $16.5 billion takeover could create competition issues in AC power generation, engine controls and aviation spares, regulators warn Continue reading

Posted on March 27, 2012 9:52 AM

Vodafone abandons Greek merger plan

The U.K. wireless services provider had wanted to merge its own Greek unit with creditor-controlled Wind Hellas, effectively creating a duopoly in the struggling economy Continue reading

Posted on February 6, 2012 9:11 AM

EC proposal would force Big Four business split

The EC proposal, which must be vetted by the European Parliament and 27 EU governments, would require the Big Four accounting firms to split up their auditing and consulting services Continue reading

Posted on November 30, 2011 9:11 AM

Brussels muscle

The DOJ reaches overseas to recruit a top international adviser. Continue reading

Posted on January 22, 2010 11:54 AM

Missing muscle

Why did the EU choose such a low-profile president? The union decided to punch below its weight. Continue reading

Posted on November 27, 2009 9:40 AM

Last hurrah

Neelie Kroes will not go gently into the night as she aggressively clears the decks as EC competition commissioner only two months before the end of her term. Continue reading

Posted on October 30, 2009 11:53 AM

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