United Kingdom: Competition and Markets Authority closed consultation on investigation into proposed acquisition of Spirent Communications by Keysight Technologies

On 30 January 2025, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) closed its consultation on the investigation into the anticipated acquisition of Spirent Communications by Keysight Technologies. The investigation will assess whether the transaction could result in a substantial lessening of competition under the Enterprise Act 2002. The phase 1 investigation may lead to a phase 2 inquiry if the merging parties do not address potential competition concerns.