How will Australia’s merger reforms shape transaction tactics and timing in 2025?

KWM competition law partners Caroline Coops and Simon Cooke join M&A partner and co-author of KWM's Directions report Rhys Casey, to discuss the consequences of the sweeping overhaul to Australia's merger clearance regime. The team talk through the changes legislated as parliament wrapped for 2024, including mandatory notification for deals exceeding $200 million in combined Australian turnover or $250 million in global value. Caroline, Simon and Rhys unpack the implications for dealmake...