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TRAK: Your Toolkit for Navigating Regulatory Approvals in Transactions

Introducing TRAK, an innovative suite of transactional regulatory tools supporting businesses to navigate global merger control processes efficiently.
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Antitrust laws are relevant to companies looking to expand, needing to defend themselves against attacks from competitors and antitrust agencies, and wanting to keep their businesses focused on commercial issues rather than on litigation and seemingly endless investigations. 

For those looking to expand, we help navigate the merger control and assessment process, highlighting the risks and opportunities. For companies defending themselves in the face of serious antitrust infringement allegations, our swift guidance can mean the difference between complete immunity and prison sentences and multimillion-dollar fines.

Visit InsightPlus for our repository of legal updates covering Antitrust & Competition developments across the globe

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European Union: The Commission's Proposed Merger Guidelines
First overhaul of the EU merger framework in two decades codifies Commission enforcement and raises strategic stakes for deal teams with an EU nexus.
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Federal Budget 2026–27
Stay informed with clear summaries and in‑depth tax analysis as new updates are released.
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Japan: Recent JFTC Case Clarifies Proper Transactions Act Scope
JFTC recommendation clarifies that requiring retention of quality-related documentation and product samples can constitute an unfair economic benefit.
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Taiwan: Joint Renewable Energy Procurement Fair Trade Requirements
Taiwan’s TFTC approval sets a roadmap for corporates and suppliers to jointly procure renewable energy under competition law, with safeguards.
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Italy: AGCM Fines Watch and Jewelry Manufacturer
This publication features a decision by the Italian Competition Authority (AGCM) fining Morellato S.p.A. for restrictive distribution practices.
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United States: FTC Will Accept Old HSR Form
Back to the future: As a result of a Fifth Circuit ruling, the FTC will accept the old HSR form – adopted in February 2025 – for future transactions.
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United States: California Adopts Uniform Premerger Notification Law
California becomes the third and largest state to enact a “mini-HSR” act, effective January 1, 2027
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Ukrainian Laws in Wartime
Our guide offers clear, practical, and comprehensive insights into the most pressing legal issues currently affecting both international and Ukrainian companies.
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United States: Federal Court Invalidates 2025 HSR Form—FTC Appeals
District court vacates FTC’s 2025 HSR amendments; Fifth Circuit stay creates short term filing uncertainty as appeal proceeds.
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Egypt: Poultry Price‑Fixing Case
Egypt prosecutes seven poultry brokers for alleged price‑fixing, relying largely on circumstantial evidence under the Competition Law.
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Colombia: SIC Sets Merger Control Thresholds and Fees
The SIC sets the merger‑notification thresholds and filing fees applicable to this procedure for 2026.
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Baker McKenzie Defeats Motion for Preliminary Injunction in Trade Secrets Dispute
Baker McKenzie's advocacy and strategic preparation proved critical in securing this outcome for the client.
News | Deal Announcement
Baker McKenzie Advises Mkango on Agreement with Heraeus to Acquire the Remloy Rare Earth Magnet Recycling Business
Through the transaction, Mkango is strengthening its position in the recycling and processing of rare earth magnets and further expanding its presence in Germany.
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Baker McKenzie advises Knorr-Bremse on takeover of TRAVIS
Baker McKenzie has advised Knorr-Bremse on the acquisition of the Dutch company TRAVIS Road Services International B.V. (TRAVIS).
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Baker McKenzie Advises FORVIA on the Sale of Its Interiors Business to Apollo
Based on an enterprise value of €1.82 billion, the transaction highlights the legal and operational considerations involved in large, multinational carve outs.
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Baker McKenzie advises Wipro on acquisition of Mindsprint from Olam Group
The deal size is USD 375 million, subject to customary post-closing adjustments.
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Six Baker McKenzie Articles Nominated for 2026 Antitrust Writing Awards
The Antitrust Writing Awards recognize outstanding contributions to antitrust scholarship and competition advocacy.
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Baker McKenzie Advises Sino Biopharm on up to US$1.53 Billion Exclusive License Agreement with Sanofi for Rovadicitinib
Under the Agreement, Sino Biopharm’s subsidiary, Chia Tai Tianqing Pharmaceutical Group Co., Ltd. has granted Sanofi an exclusive global license to develop, manufacture and commercialize ...
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Baker McKenzie Acts as Global Counsel to Medtronic plc on the Carve-out and Spin-off of their Diabetes business, MiniMed Group, Inc.
MiniMed was listed on Nasdaq on 6 March 2026, and was valued at over USD 5.3 billion at the close of the first day trading. 
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Baker McKenzie Advises RPMGlobal, a Global Leader in Mining Software, on its AUD 1.123 Billion Acquisition by Caterpillar
Firm advised RPMGlobal Holdings Limited on its acquisition by Caterpillar Inc.
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Baker McKenzie Advises Advent on the Sale of Prisma Medios de Pago and Newpay to Visa
The transaction highlights the strategic value of Prisma and Newpay as important payments infrastructure in Argentina.
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Global law firm Baker McKenzie shortlisted for Global Competition Review Awards
The GCR awards recognize "the world's leading antitrust lawyers, economists and enforcers, as well as the biggest cases" from the past year.
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Ranked #4 Global Elite Antitrust & Competition Practice
Global Competition Review, 2025

Ranked #1 Global Cartels Practice
Global Competition Review, 2025

Ranked as Top 5 Global Merger Control Practice
Global Competition Review, 2025

Band 2 Global Antitrust & Competition Practice
Chambers Global, 2022-2025

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Increased antitrust scrutiny requires an expert approach. Companies must proactively navigate a dynamic regulatory landscape to ensure successful deals.


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