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Vodafone & Three: Inside a £15bn Merger

Episode #83 April 2025

The spotlight is on the £15 billion merger between Vodafone and Three, recently approved by the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA). Two smaller telecoms providers are combining forces in a market traditionally dominated by bigger players.

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A merger is when two companies decide to combine their resources into one entity. The UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) regulates deals of this magnitude, ensuring they do not unfairly affect consumers. In this case, Vodafone and Three are joining together in a sizeable transaction valued at £15 billion.

The key focus of competition law is protecting customer interests by requiring certain conditions before mergers can proceed. There is a legal requirement for thorough due diligence, covering everything from financial health checks to regulatory approvals.

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