Efficiency and innovation ‘defences’ in EU and UK merger reviews: a new dawn?
Abstract
As the regulatory landscape in Europe continues to shift, competition authorities in the EU and UK are re-examining the role of efficiency and innovation in merger control. The European Commission and Competition and Markets Authority are under growing pressure to find the right balance between preventing mergers that could harm competition, while also recognizing that some deals may deliver long-term benefits for consumers by driving innovation and improving efficiency.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Merger and Competition Analysis
Diverse Legal and Medical Studies
EU Law and Policy Analysis
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Competition Law Journal
- Volume
- 24
- Issue
- 3
- Pages
- 128–134
- Publication date
- 1 January 2026