United Kingdom: Competition and Markets Authority closes consultation on Shutterstock's acquisition of Getty Images
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Competition and Markets Authority closes consultation on Shutterstock's acquisition of Getty Images
On 7 July 2025, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) closes consultation on Shutterstock's acquisition of Getty Images under the merger provisions of the Enterprise Act 2002. The transaction may affect markets for goods or services in the United Kingdom, and the CMA is assessing whether it could create a relevant merger situation and result in a substantial lessening of competition. While a formal investigation has not yet been launched, the CMA is seeking written representations from interested parties on the transaction’s potential competition impact.
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Policy Area
Competition
Policy Instrument
Merger control regulation
Regulated Economic Activity
platform intermediary: user-generated content
Implementation Level
national
Government Branch
executive
Government Body
competition authority
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2025-06-23
in consultation
2025-07-07
processing consultation
2025-08-22
under deliberation
2025-10-20
under investigation
2025-11-03
under investigation