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ACQUISITIONS & MERGERS NEWS: Justice Department resumes targeted merger review process
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Fusion42 · 25 July 2026 · Fusion42 review
The US Department of Justice Antitrust Division is resuming targeted Second Request investigations in merger review, allowing parties to prioritise submission of specific documents to resolve competitive concerns faster. The move aims to reduce administrative burden on merging parties whilst preserving the Division's investigative rigour; the FTC and DOJ are also considering HSR rule revisions by end-2026.
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If you're selling your company or buying one, the Justice Department just cut the review clock in half by letting you submit only the documents that actually matter. File your HSR now and negotiate timing from day one—the model agreement they published is your template.
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