New Zealand: Implemented Commerce Act 1986 containing merger control regulation
Description
Implemented Commerce Act 1986 containing merger control regulation
On 1 May 1986, the Commerce Act 1986 containing merger control regulation was implemented. This law establishes guidelines for the review of mergers and acquisitions to ensure they do not substantially lessen competition in any market. It includes p…
Scope
Policy Area
Competition
Policy Instrument
Merger control regulation
Regulated Economic Activity
cross-cutting
Implementation Level
national
Government Branch
legislature
Government Body
parliament