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Mergers And Acquisitions
2 editorial notes from Briefed on Mergers And Acquisitions. Thinking from the editorial team, written for UK founders, operators, and investors.
June 2026
UK M&A in 2026: deals, themes, and the regulatory picture
UK merger and acquisition activity in 2026 is being shaped by three converging forces: AI-driven consolidation, CMA scrutiny of cross-border deals, and private equity returning to the market after two years of rate-driven caution.
6 min read
June 2026
What is an antitrust ruling? How competition regulators shape UK and global M&A
An antitrust ruling is a competition regulator's decision on whether a merger, acquisition, or business practice restricts competition. Here is how the process works in the UK and US, and what the outcomes mean for deals.
5 min read