As part of The Dealmaker's Edge: PE and M&A Perspectives – focused on developments and trends driving deals in the current market, our latest installment features Dr. Michaela Westrup, Antitrust and Competition partner in Munich, on Antitrust and Competition in M&A and Private Equity.

Michaela discusses the role of antitrust and competition law in private equity and M&A transactions, particularly within the current European market. She also shares her thoughts on significant trends and challenges affecting merger control and antitrust review for cross-border deals, especially in light of increased regulatory scrutiny in the EU and globally. Michaela explores how private equity investors and dealmakers are adapting their strategies to address evolving merger clearance requirements and foreign investment screening regimes, with a particular focus on Germany and the EU. She also shares practical steps that companies and investors can take early in the deal process to anticipate and mitigate antitrust risks, ensuring a smoother path to closing.

As the M&A and private equity landscape evolves, staying informed is essential.