UK Watchdog Offers Conditional Path for Vodafone-Three Merger

INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
of millions of customers could face higher bills, with the most vulnerable being disproportionately affected.Despite these concerns, the CMA
acknowledged that the merger could improve mobile network quality and accelerate the 5G rollout.UK Watchdog Offers Conditional Path for
Vodafone-Three Merger
approved
They argue that this investment would boost competition and benefit consumers in the long run.Industry experts have largely supported the
merger
remedies for the companies to consider
These include legally binding investment commitments and measures to protect both retail and wholesale customers.Vodafone and Three now have
The regulator will announce its final decision by December 7, 2024.This merger reflects broader trends in the telecommunications industry
Operators worldwide are consolidating to cope with high infrastructure costs and intense competition.The outcome of this deal could set a
precedent for future mergers in the UK telecom sector