Broadcom-VMware deal will enter a 'phase two' investigation , CMA announces

The CMA is investigating on the basis that the merger could restrict competition in the UK

Andrea Gaini
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Broadcom-VMware deal will enter a 'phase two' investigation , CMA announces

The UK regulator is moving forward with a ‘phase two' investigation into the $61bn-deal between Broadcom and VMware. The move comes as Broadcom refused to provide undertakings of the deal reques...

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