3i Group/ Foster Group [2007] IECompA m07025 (14 May 2007)
The proposed acquisition does not raise competition concerns and is therefore cleared under Phase 1 review.
- Parties
- Acquirer: 3i Group plc; Target: Foster Group (International) Limited
- Jurisdiction
- Ireland
- Judgment Date
- 14 May 2007
- Procedural Posture
- Merger Notification / Phase 1 Determination
- Outcome
- Cleared (Phase 1)
- Legal Topics
- Merger Control, Media Sector, Architectural Services
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Parties
3i Group plc
Acquirer
Foster Group (International) Limited
Target
Procedural Posture
Merger Notification / Phase 1 Determination
Legal Issues
- 1 Whether the proposed acquisition would substantially lessen competition in any market for goods or services in the State.
Ratio Decidendi
The proposed acquisition does not raise competition concerns and is therefore cleared under Phase 1 review.
Court Disposition
Cleared (Phase 1)
Orders
- The acquisition by 3i Group plc of Foster Group (International) Limited is approved.
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