European Union: European Commission investigation into Omnicom acquisition of Interpublic Group of Companies
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European Commission approved acquisition of Interpublic Group of Companies by Omnicom
On 24 November 2025, the European Commission approved the acquisition of Interpublic Group of Companies (IPG) by Omnicom. Both companies are active in advertising development and sales, as well as marketing and communication services. The investigat…
SourceEuropean Commission closed consultation on investigation into acquisition of Interpublic Group of Companies by Omnicom
On 8 November 2025, the European Commission closed a consultation on its investigation into the acquisition of Interpublic Group of Companies (IPG, located in the United States) by Omnicom (US). The investigation follows the Commission's receipt of …
SourceEuropean Commission opened consultation on investigation into acquisition of Interpublic Group of Companies by Omnicom
On 29 October 2025, the European Commission announced an investigation into the acquisition of Interpublic Group of Companies (IPG, located in the United States) by Omnicom (US), at the same time opening a consultation until 8 November 2025. The inv…
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