Global antitrust and competition trends

Antitrust and competition policy and enforcement is evolving in light of the geopolitical climate and related issues, including the impact of tariffs as well as greater political focus on economic growth, business confidence and investment. Competition has a vital part to play.

Antitrust authorities are adapting their approaches, with increased scrutiny of their enforcement activity and processes and how they use their powers. Significant changes in senior officials at a number of the leading global enforcers also add fresh eyes and are helping to drive reforms.

Digital issues including AI and algorithms, information exchange, public interest type concerns such as labor market collusion and protection of domestic businesses, approach to merger control and ongoing growth of antitrust litigation look set to take a central role.

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