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We are pleased to announce the 12th edition of The Analysis is now live! In this edition, the authors: ◻️ Assess the plausibility of small cartel overcharges; ◻️ Share insights from working on the first two Foreign Subsidy Regulation cases; and ◻️ Assess the impact of open market definitions on the merger assessment process. Read this edition of The Analysis here: https://bit.ly/3Rx4nTW #TheAnalysis #Cartel #Damages #FSR #EuropeanCommission #Mergers #MarketDefinitions 

How can we ensure fair and consistent FRAND rates? As the landscape of patent law continues to evolve, determining Fair, Reasonable, and Non-Discriminatory (FRAND) rates is becoming increasingly complex. With new challenges arising in both litigation and negotiation contexts, how do we strike a balance between ensuring fairness for all stakeholders while fostering innovation? Jorge Padilla will join a panel of thought leaders at the Regulatory and Enforcement Developments for SEPs conference on 7 March, organised by CMS, to tackle these pressing issues and explore potential solutions. Find out more and register here: https://bit.ly/418xtOy #SEP #FRAND #patentlaw #competitioneconomics

We are delighted to announce that Daniel F. Spulber, a leading expert in antitrust, intellectual property, digital platforms, and international business, has affiliated with Compass Lexecon. He is currently the Elinor Hobbs Distinguished Professor of International Business and Professor of Strategy at the Northwestern Kellogg School of Management. Please join us in welcoming Professor Spulber! Find out more: https://bit.ly/3CRi37Y #economics #expert #antitrust

What’s next for the mobile telecoms market after the CMA’s decision on the Vodafone/Three UK merger? Don’t miss the next sessions in our Hot Topics in Competition Economics breakfast seminar series in Brussels and London. Join experts Thilo Klein and Francisco Franchetti as they dive into the economic reasoning behind the CMA’s ruling and explore the potential impact on the future of telecoms in the UK. 📅 Date: 20 February 2025 ⏰ Time: 08:30 – 10:00 CET 📍 Location: Compass Lexecon Brussels office 📅 Date: 04 March 2025 ⏰ Time: 08:30 – 10:00 GMT 📍 Location: Compass Lexecon London office Seats are limited—secure your spot and register here: https://lnkd.in/etgfBhzr #telecoms #merger #economics #competitionlaw

We are thrilled to announce that Professor Ginger Jin, Neil Moskowitz Professor of Economics at the University of Maryland, College Park, has affiliated with Compass Lexecon. Professor Jin is a renowned expert in industrial organization and specializes in tech and big data. Please join us in welcoming Professor Jin! Find out more: https://bit.ly/4hwUj8o #expert #economics #tech #antitrust #mergers

A federal court denied the FTC’s attempt to block Tempur Sealy’s acquisition of Mattress Firm, finding that the transaction would not harm competition. The court relied heavily on the testimony and analyses of Compass Lexecon expert Dr. Mark Israel in its ruling. Dr. Israel was supported by a team led by Erica Benton that included Narsid Golic, PhD, Yair Eilat, Paolo Ramezzana, Daniel Stone, Junyan Guan, Mary Li, Alice O'Donnell, Rodrigo Montes, Michael Foley, Benjamin Rosenbaum, Salvatore Piccolo, Georgi Giozov, Benjamin Xiao, Kensuke Maeba, Carolyn Kryczka, and Donovan Kaddis. Read more: https://bit.ly/4huLI5T #antitrust #competition #acquisition #economics

How did Indian competition law evolve over the past year? In this article, Justin Coombs, Jincy Elizabeth Francis, Neha Georgie, Avinash Mehrotra and Kadambari Prasad summarise recent significant regulatory changes in India's competition landscape, spotlight developments in digital markets, reflect on key takeaways from the past year and look to the year ahead. Read the full article here: https://bit.ly/42PTLpr #CCI #Digitalmarkets #Competition #India

Compass Lexecon Ranked Elite in 2025 GCR 100 🏆 We are proud to be ranked as an "Elite" competition economics consultancy in the 2025 Global Competition Review (GCR) 100. GCR highlights our team of over 700 economists, including 11 Global Elite Thought Leaders. In the past year, we advised on 184 major mergers, such as Broadcom’s $69bn acquisition of VMware and Pfizer’s $43bn purchase of Seagen. We also supported 467 antitrust litigations, including high-profile cases for Google and Corning. The GCR 100 recognises firms for their expertise, team size, and work on significant competition matters. We are honoured by this continued recognition. Read the full analysis here: https://lnkd.in/eEf-j9dM #GCR100 #economicconsultancy #economists #award

Join our dynamic and collaborative Madrid office! 🌍 At Compass Lexecon Madrid, we combine global expertise with a deep understanding of local markets to create lasting impact. We’re seeking motivated individuals eager to apply economics to solve real-world challenges in an engaging and team-oriented setting. Swipe to learn more about our Madrid office and explore our current job opportunities here: https://lnkd.in/d-FgQF6 #madrid #economicconsulting #careersineconomics #madridjobs

Highlighting our thought leadership 📝 Our team of expert economists has contributed valuable research and analysis on key topics in antitrust and competition economics over the past year, covering areas from merger control to digital markets. We are proud to share that ten of these have also been nominated in the Concurrences Antitrust Writing Awards! Access our publications here: https://bit.ly/3WQV3gi #thoughtleadership #competitionpolicy #economics