Proposed New Merger Guidelines Forum

[Anonymous User]

While I appreciate the FTC and DOJ's effort to modernize the Merger guidelines in response to the realities of our modern economy, I believe there needs to be a balance preserving the spirit of competition. The proposed emphasis on multi-sided platforms and minority interests is a welcome development, acknowledging the growing significance of digital platforms and complex corporate structures. However, the extended scope and rigorous analysis could potentially stifle innovation and deter beneficial, competitive mergers. These guidelines don't unintentionally limit market competition and innovation while protecting consumers and workers interests. I urge the agencies to consider these perspectives noting that the guidelines are still subject to change.

[Anonymous User]

While I appreciate the FTC and DOJ's effort to modernize the Merger guidelines in response to the realities of our modern economy, I believe there needs to be a balance preserving the spirit of competition. The proposed emphasis on multi-sided platforms and minority interests is a welcome development, acknowledging the growing significance of digital platforms and complex corporate structures. However, the extended scope and rigorous analysis could potentially stifle innovation and deter beneficial, competitive mergers. These guidelines don't unintentionally limit market competition and innovation while protecting consumers and workers interests. I urge the agencies to consider these perspectives noting that the guidelines are still subject to change.

You may want to move this out of "legal employment/careers" forum.

Also, if you have something specific to propose, submit a comment via the actual comment submission portals linked in the FTC and DOJ press releases.