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FTC, California, New York AGs File Lawsuit to Block $3.5B Veterinary Supply Merger
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Fusion42 · 13 November 2026 · Fusion42 review
The Federal Trade Commission along with California and New York Attorneys General sued to block Covetrus's $3.5 billion acquisition of MWI Veterinary Supply due to antitrust concerns. The lawsuit claims the merger would lead to reduced competition, higher costs, and potential supply chain risks in the veterinary sector.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Health, and 8 sources have reported it.
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You face a tighter regulatory environment for consolidation in vet supply distribution. Now is the time to explore partnerships with rivals who may become acquisition targets if this merger fails.
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