What to expect in 2023
“Amid all the macro uncertainty expected in 2023, one thing is certain: especially in difficult times, authorities want competition policy to drive the best outcomes for consumers. Businesses should actively prepare for heightened scrutiny of their business practices and M&A activity and public positioning on positive consumer impacts is vital.”
Nicole Kar
Linklaters, Global Head of Antitrust and Foreign Investment
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“Antitrust agencies are sharpening their toolbox and gearing up to deploy their enforcement powers to the fullest so that competition works well across sectors even in challenging economic times.”
Marcus Pollard
Counsel, Hong Kong SAR
“Parties should plan for the unexpected in 2023 – authorities are likely to remain interventionist in M&A, particularly in tech, healthcare and ‘green’ sectors.”
Antonia Sherman
Partner, Head of U.S. Antitrust & Foreign Investment Group, Washington, D.C.
“Companies acquiring distressed assets should be prepared to engage early with authorities where expedited clearance may be needed.”
Neil Hoolihan
Partner, Brussels
“How the Commission, would-be gatekeepers and other stakeholders implement and participate in the roll out of the DMA next year will shape the evolution of digital markets, with potential implications far beyond the EU.”
Jonathan Ford
Partner, London / Dublin
“2023 will be the year of long-awaited guidance for companies wishing to collaborate on genuine sustainability initiatives.”
Charlotte Colin-Dubuisson
Partner, Paris
“Foreign investors can expect a more intensive standard of review in 2023 – particularly in targets involving sensitive technology, which remain a focus for controls.”
Christoph Barth
Partner, Düsseldorf
Antitrust & Foreign Investment
Legal Outlook for 2023
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