Merger Review
/ˈmɜːrdʒər rɪˈvjuː/
Definitions
- (n.) The legal process by which governmental authorities assess the competitive effects and regulatory compliance of corporate mergers and acquisitions.
The company submitted its merger review documents to the antitrust authorities for approval.
Forms
- merger review
- merger reviews
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Commentary
Merger review focuses primarily on competition and antitrust issues; drafters should specify jurisdiction and agency responsible to clarify procedural context.
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