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Jan. 8, 2015

Harmonize DOJ, FTC merger review?

U.S. antitrust law is enforced by both the DOJ and the FTC. Critics argue the result at times depends upon which agency reviews a deal. But that may change. By Howard Morse, Megan Browdie and Sarah Swain


By Howard Morse, Megan Browdie and Sarah Swain


U.S. antitrust law - which prohibits mergers and acquisitions that may lessen competition - is enforced by both the Department of Justice and Federal Trade Commission. The agencies apply the same substantive guidelines, but seek preliminary injunctions to block proposed transactions under different laws. Critics argue the result at times depends upon which agency reviews a deal.


That may change. Pending l...

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