Unilever buys McCormack

Trumps DOJ is shit pure shit

(http://www.autoadmit.com/thread.php?thread_id=5852171&forum_id=2\u0026mark_id=5310074#49784812)

1. High Market Concentration in Key Segments

Condiments and Sauces: The deal combines global leaders in categories like mayonnaise (Hellmann's) and hot sauce (Cholula, Frank's RedHot).

Seasonings and Spices: Both companies hold dominant positions in the global spice market. Regulators often look at whether a merger allows a single entity to unilaterally raise prices or reduce innovation.

2. Historical Precedent for Regulatory Intervention

2008 Seasoned Salt Challenge: The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) previously blocked McCormick's acquisition of Unilever’s Lawry's and Adolph's brands until McCormick agreed to divest its Season-All business to maintain competition.

Market Share Concerns: In that 2008 case, the FTC noted that combined, the brands would have controlled nearly 80% of the U.S. branded seasoned salt market. A similar level of concentration in other condiment categories could trigger divestiture requirements for the 2026 deal.

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