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KKR Agrees To Historic $250 Million Penalty For Alleged Violations Of HSR...
Bracewell are most popular: within Employment and HR and Transport topic(s) On August 26, 2026, the Antitrust Division of the Department of Justice announced a proposed settlement with KKR & Co., one of the world’s largest private equity firms, to resolve allegations that it had repeatedly violated the Hart-Scott-Rodino (HSR) Act.
KKR Agrees to Historic $250 Million Penalty for Alleged Violations of HSR Act
On August 26, 2026, the Antitrust Division of the Department of Justice announced a proposed settlement with KKR & Co., one of the world’s largest private equity firms, to resolve allegations that it had repeatedly violated the Hart-Scott-Rodino (HSR) Act. The DOJ had filed its complaint in January 2025, accusing KKR of ignoring its merger notification requirements by submitting deficient HSR notification forms for at least 16 transactions over the course of 2021 and 2022.
FTC Announces HSR Notification Threshold And Filing Fee Increases For 2026
B Bracewell More infrastructure, finance and technology industries throughout the world. Our industry focus results in comprehensive state-of-the-art knowledge of the commercial, legal and governmental challenges faced by our clients and enables us to provide innovative solutions to facilitate transactions and resolve disputes. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced the annual revisions to the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act (HSR Act) thresholds and HSR filing fees...
FTC Announces HSR Notification Threshold and Filing Fee Increases for 2026 | JD Supra
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced the annual revisions to the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act (HSR Act) thresholds and HSR filing fees, which will become effective on February 17, 2026. The revised thresholds will apply to any merger or acquisition closing on or after the effective date. The FTC is required to adjust these thresholds annually based on changes in the gross national product and the Consumer Price Index.
FTC Announces 2025 HSR Notification Threshold And Filing Fee Increases
B Bracewell More infrastructure, finance and technology industries throughout the world. Our industry focus results in comprehensive state-of-the-art knowledge of the commercial, legal and governmental challenges faced by our clients and enables us to provide innovative solutions to facilitate transactions and resolve disputes.
FTC Announces 2025 HSR Notification Threshold and Filing Fee Increases | JD Supra
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced the annual revisions to the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act (HSR Act) thresholds and HSR filing fees, which will become effective on February 21, 2025. The revised thresholds will apply to any merger or acquisition closing on or after the effective date. The FTC is required to adjust these thresholds annually based on changes in the gross national product and the Consumer Price Index.
The IP of IP Urban Legends | The IP of Everything Podcast - Episode 26 [Podcast]
Skip to main content January 22, 2025 Volume XV, Number 22 Legal Analysis. Expertly Written. Quickly Found. Trending News The IP of IP Urban Legends | The IP of Everything Podcast - Episode 26 [Podcast] Print Mail Download />i Facebook Twitter Linkedin Pinterest Reddit Facebook Messenger Email Digg Print X Buffer Flipboard Is everything you’ve heard about IP true—or just a myth? Join our hosts as they delve into the world of intellectual property urban legends, separating fact from fiction.
FTC Imposes Record Fine On Oil Companies For Illegal Pre-Merger Conduct
On January 7, 2025, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced that crude oil producers XCL Resources Holdings, LLC (XCL), Verdun Oil Company II LLC (Verdun) and EP Energy LLC (EP) collectively will pay a $5.68 million civil penalty to resolve allegations they engaged in illegal pre-merger coordination, also known as "gun jumping," in violation of the Hart-Scott-Rodino Act (HSR Act). This is the largest fine ever imposed for a gun jumping violation in US history.
FTC Imposes Record Fine on Oil Companies for Illegal Pre-Merger Conduct | JD Supra
On January, 7, 2025, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced that crude oil producers XCL Resources Holdings, LLC (XCL), Verdun Oil Company II LLC (Verdun) and EP Energy LLC (EP) collectively will pay a $5.68 million civil penalty to resolve allegations they engaged in illegal pre-merger coordination, also known as “gun jumping,” in violation of the Hart-Scott-Rodino Act (HSR Act). This is the largest fine ever imposed for a gun jumping violation in US history.
FTC Finalizes Major Rewrite Of HSR Filing Requirements
Last week, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) voted unanimously to issue a final rule that implements significant changes to the Hart-Scott-Rodino (HSR) premerger notification form and accompanying instructions.
FTC Finalizes Major Rewrite of HSR Filing Requirements | JD Supra
Last week, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) voted unanimously to issue a final rule that implements significant changes to the Hart-Scott-Rodino (HSR) premerger notification form and accompanying instructions.
Dutch Authorities Update IND Business Portal Login Process
Skip to main content October 17, 2024 Volume XIV, Number 291 Legal Analysis. Expertly Written. Quickly Found. Trending News Netherlands | Chain Authorization Mandatory Print Mail Download />i Facebook Twitter Linkedin Pinterest Reddit Facebook Messenger Email Digg Print X Buffer Flipboard Dutch authorities have announced changes to the business portal login process for intermediaries requiring the use of chain authorization. Key Points: Beginning Nov.
Mississippi Gaming Commission Meeting Report-October 17 Meeting
Skip to main content October 17, 2024 Volume XIV, Number 291 Legal Analysis. Expertly Written. Quickly Found. Trending News Mississippi Gaming Commission Meeting Report-October 17 Meeting Print Mail Download />i Facebook Twitter Linkedin Pinterest Reddit Facebook Messenger Email Digg Print X Buffer Flipboard The Mississippi Gaming Commission held its regular monthly meeting on Thursday, October 17, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. at the Jackson office.
FTC Announces 2024 Increase In HSR Notification Thresholds And Filing Fees - Antitrust, EU Competition - United States
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced the annual revisions to the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act (HSR Act) thresholds and HSR filing fees, which will become effective on March 6, 2024. The revised thresholds will apply to any merger or acquisition closing on or after the effective date. The FTC is required to adjust the HSR thresholds annually based upon the change in gross national product.
FTC Announces 2024 Increase in HSR Notification Thresholds and Filing Fees | JD Supra
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced the annual revisions to the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act (HSR Act) thresholds and HSR filing fees, which will become effective on March 6, 2024. The revised thresholds will apply to any merger or acquisition closing on or after the effective date. The FTC is required to adjust the HSR thresholds annually based upon the change in gross national product.
DOJ and FTC Finalize New Merger Guidelines | JD Supra
On December 18, 2023, the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued the final version of new merger review guidelines (Merger Guidelines), five months after the agencies published a draft for public comment. The new 2023 Merger Guidelines describe the analytical frameworks used by the current DOJ and FTC to assess whether mergers and acquisitions are likely to substantially lessen competition or tend to create a monopoly in violation of federal antitrust laws.
FTC Acts to Remedy Interlocking Director and Information Exchange Concerns in Oil & Gas Transaction | JD Supra
On August 16, 2023, the Federal Trade Commission took action to resolve its antitrust concerns associated with a proposed transaction between EQT Corporation (EQT) and private equity firm QEP Partners, LP (Quantum) pursuant to which EQT agreed to acquire certain of Quantum’s upstream and midstream natural gas interests located in the Appalachian Basin in exchange for approximately $2.6 billion in cash and up to 55 million shares of EQT common stock, along with the right to an EQT board seat.
FTC Acts To Remedy Interlocking Director And Information Exchange Concerns In Oil & Gas Transaction
On August 16, 2023, the Federal Trade Commission took action to resolve its antitrust concerns associated with a proposed transaction between EQT Corporation (EQT) and private equity firm QEP Partners, LP (Quantum) pursuant to which EQT agreed to acquire certain of Quantum's upstream and midstream natural gas interests located in the Appalachian Basin in exchange for approximately $2.6 billion in cash and up to 55 million shares of EQT common stock, along with the right to an EQT board seat.
FTC Acts to Remedy Interlocking Director and Information Exchange Concerns in Oil & Gas Transaction
On August 16, 2023, the Federal Trade Commission took action to resolve its antitrust concerns associated with a proposed transaction between EQT Corporation (EQT) and private equity firm QEP Partners, LP (Quantum) pursuant to which EQT agreed to acquire certain of Quantum’s upstream and midstream natural gas interests located in the Appalachian Basin in exchange for approximately $2.6 billion in cash and up to 55 million shares of EQT common stock, along with the right to an EQT board seat.
What Once Was Old Is New Again: DOJ And FTC Issue Draft New Merger Guidelines - Antitrust, EU Competition - United States
On July 19, 2023, the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued a draft version of new Merger Guidelines (Merger Guidelines), which would replace the 2010 Horizontal Merger Guidelines and the 2020 Vertical Merger Guidelines (the latter were rescinded by the FTC in September 2021).
What Once Was Old Is New Again: DOJ and FTC Issue Draft New Merger Guidelines | JD Supra
July 27, 2023 To embed, copy and paste the code into your website or blog: On July 19, 2023, the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued a draft version of new Merger Guidelines (Merger Guidelines), which would replace the 2010 Horizontal Merger Guidelines and the 2020 Vertical Merger Guidelines (the latter were rescinded by the FTC in September 2021).
FTC Proposes Sweeping Changes to US Merger Filing Requirements | JD Supra
On June 27, 2023, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), in concurrence with the Antitrust Division of the US Department of Justice (DOJ), announced a proposal to drastically overhaul the Hart-Scott-Rodino (HSR) premerger notification process. The proposed rulemaking is yet another step in this Administration’s pursuit of its ambitious enforcement agenda, furthering the goals outlined in President Biden’s Executive Order aimed at promoting competition in the American economy.
FTC Announces 2023 Increase in HSR Notification Thresholds and Effective Date for Increased Filing Fees
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced the annual revisions to the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act (HSR Act) thresholds, which will become effective on Monday, February 27, 2023. The revised thresholds will apply to any merger or acquisition closing on or after the effective date. The FTC is required to adjust the HSR thresholds annually based upon the change in gross national product.
FTC Pursues Crackdown on Employee Noncompetes
Earlier this month, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) launched unprecedented challenges to noncompete provisions in employment contracts through both rulemaking and individual enforcement actions.
Utilities Must Track FCC Licensing, Spectrum Issues
Law360 (October 25, 2019, 3:16 PM EDT) -- Even though utilities are recognized as being subject to significant government regulation, when you think about federal regulation that affects power, gas and water companies, Federal Communications Commission regulation does not instinctively come to mind.
The Trump Effect on Antitrust M&A Enforcement
Since President Trump took office in January 2017, a number of mergers and acquisitions have been challenged, blocked, or abandoned on antitrust grounds in a diverse array of industries, including health insurance, television and media, petroleum storage, and daily fantasy sports, among others. Some of these were large multi-billion dollar transactions, while others were much smaller, under $100 million in size.
2017 Increase in Hart Scott Rodino Notification Thresholds
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced the annual revisions to the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act (HSR Act) thresholds, which will become effective on February 27, 2017. The revised thresholds will apply to any transaction closing on or after the effective date. The FTC is required to adjust the HSR thresholds annually based upon the change in gross national product.
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