France: French Competition Authority investigation into La Francaise des Jeux (FDJ)'s acquisition of Kindred Group (Unibet)
Progress
Current status
in force
13 Sep 2024 in force
Scope
Implementers
France
Policy Area
Competition
Policy Instrument
Merger control regulation
Regulated Economic Activity
platform intermediary: other
Government Branch
executive
Government Body
competition authority
Implementation Level
national
Timeline of events
Issued ruling in French Competition Authority investigation into La Francaise des Jeux (FDJ)'s acquisition of Kindred Group (Unibet)
On 13 September 2024, the French Competition Authority has approved La Française des Jeux (FDJ)'s acquisition of Kindred Group (Unibet), subject to conditions to prevent competition issues. In particular, FDJ, a major player in the gambling sector w…
SourceEvent type
investigation
Action type
ruling
Government branch
executive
Government body
competition authority