Merger Review Threshhold Value Raised by FTC to $111.4 Million

The Federal Trade Commission raised the corporate acquisition value threshold that triggers antitrust regulators’ review to $111.4 million from $101 million, a federally required annual change that reflects macroeconomic conditions.

Companies engaging in mergers and acquisitions whose value meets or exceeds the limit must undergo a “Hart-Scott-Rodino” review by either the FTC or the Justice Department’s antitrust division for their impact on market competition. They can complete deals only if the regulators approve them.

The commission also said Monday that it’s updating the HSR filing fees—ranging from $30,000 to $2.25 million depending on the deal value.

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