Rogers comes out victorious in competition challenge over Shaw buyout
"Canada’s Competition Tribunal is dismissing the Commissioner of Competition’s application to block Rogers Communications Inc.’s takeover of Shaw Communications Inc. The tribunal released its summary decision late-Thursday evening, removing the last barrier in the $26 billion deal."
Rogers, Shaw shares surge after Competition Tribunal approves merger
"Shares in both Rogers Communications Inc. and Shaw Communications Inc. rose Friday after a challenge to the merger of the two telecom rivals was dismissed by the Competition Tribunal."
Rogers, Shaw Soar After Courtroom Win for $14.8 Billion Deal
"Canada's merger court ruled in favor of Rogers Communications Inc. and Shaw Communications Inc. in a key antitrust case, clearing one of the final hurdles to the union of two of the nation's largest telecommunications firms."
Will competition law overhaul lead to lower prices, better conditions for workers?
"Lower prices, better treatment for workers and an economy not dominated by a handful of mega-corporations. That's the dream, at least, for some competition law reform advocates."
Review of RBC’s $13.5-billion takeover of HSBC Canada shows limits to system, critics say
"He said that since HSBC hasn’t said it’s committed to leaving Canada – only that it’s looking to sell the unit – a blocked merger could just maintain the status quo. 'It really is a question of, I believe at least, what does the minister say?' "
Episode 16: Competition law and inclusive growth
"Yves Faguy speaks with economist Robin Shaban, founder of Vivic Research, about competition law and why reforms should aim to make it more growth inclusive."