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In a June 25, 2025, decision, the European Commission will conduct an investigation of the Mars-Kellanova blockbuster deal. Photo courtesy Depositphotos
Jun 25, 2025

EU opens investigation into $35.9B Mars-Kellanova merger; FTC approves deal

The European Union's antitrust watchdog organization has opened an in-depth investigation into Mars' proposed $35.9 billion acquisition of Kellanova

Mars announced plans to purchase Kellanova, whose products include Pringles, Eggo and Pop-Tarts, for $35.9 billion on Aug. 14, 2024. Image courtesy Kellanova
Jun 24, 2025

Report: EU set to launch antitrust probe of $35.9B Mars-Kellanova deal

The European Union's antitrust watchdog is expected to launch a full-scale investigation into Mars' $35.9 billion acquisition of Kellanova.

Mars announced plans to purchase Kellanova, whose products include Pringles, Eggo and Pop-Tarts, for $35.9 billion on Aug. 14, 2024. Image courtesy Kellanova
May 20, 2025

EU regulators to decide on Mars-Kellanova merger in June

Antitrust regulators with the European Union have set a June 25 deadline to decide whether to approve McLean-based candymaker and pet care giant Mars' $35.9 billion acquisition of snack producer Kellanova, announced last August. 

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