pre-merger notification

Pre-merger notification is a process where companies planning to combine (merger or acquisition) inform competition authorities before completing the deal. This allows regulators to review the potential impact on market competition and ensure the merger doesn’t create unfair market dominance. The notification typically includes details about the companies involved, their market shares, and the nature of the proposed deal. Authorities then assess whether the merger could reduce competition, limit consumer choice, or lead to higher prices, and may approve, request modifications, or block the transaction accordingly.