EU is investigating Mars' $36 billion Kellanova acquisition for potential competition harm

From Yahoo Finance: 2025-06-25 12:43:00

EU antitrust regulators are investigating Mars’ $36 billion acquisition of Kellanova, fearing it could harm competition. The European Commission warned that the deal may lead to higher prices for consumers due to Mars’ increased bargaining power with retailers in the European Economic Area. Reuters reported in June that the deal would face intense EU scrutiny. The Commission has 90 working days to make a decision on the deal.



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