A Large Merger, Acquisition or Joint Venture in Your Future? –Updated HSR Merger Notification Threshold Tests for Federal Antitrust Review Apply February 27, 2020

On January 31, the FTC issued its annual adjustments to the Hart-Scott-Rodino (HSR) Act reporting thresholds, modestly increasing the size-of-transaction and size-of-parties thresholds. The revised thresholds will take effect 30 days after publication in the Federal Register and remain in place until the next annual adjustment in early 2021. The changes also increase the maximum civil penalty for HSR violations to $43,280 per day, reinforcing the need for careful premerger compliance.

Contemplating a Sizable Merger, Acquisition or Joint Venture?–Updated HSR Merger Notification Threshold Tests for Federal Antitrust Review Apply in March 2019

Are you considering a merger, acquisition, or joint venture? Recent changes to the Hart-Scott-Rodino Act have increased reporting thresholds for federal antitrust review to $90 million, along with new filing fees. Understanding these updates is crucial for businesses in this landscape. Increased penalties for non-compliance highlight the need for HSR counsel. Stay informed to keep your transactions compliant and strategic.