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E.ON / OVO merger inquiry
Key takeaway
CMA investigating E.ON/OVO merger for competition concerns in UK energy supply.
- Step 11st-order: CMA launches Phase 1 investigation into E.ON/OVO merger, citing competition concerns.
- Step 22nd-order: If competition is substantially lessened, CMA may require divestitures or behavioral remedies, altering market structure.
- Step 33rd-order: Reduced competition could lead to higher energy prices and less choice for SME customers, increasing input costs.
Source: Competition and Markets Authority
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