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Antitrust Review

Cleary Gottlieb
European Union
Antitrust Law
Merger Control
Digital Markets Act
Innovation
Competition and Markets Authority
Consumer Welfare Standard
Competition Policy
Competition Law
EU Competition Law
Antitrust Enforcement
Big Tech
Consumer Protection
Mergers
Margrethe Vestager
European Commission
Biden Administration
Brexit
Federal Trade Commission
United Kingdom

Welcome to Cleary Gottlieb’s Antitrust Review – a podcast focused on antitrust enforcement, policy and practice. In a complex and noisy world, we aim to bring insight and clarity through conversations with leading individuals shaping the antitrust agenda. Hosted by Cleary Gottlieb Partner Nick Levy, each episode will feature guests from the world of antitrust, including regulators and practitioner... more

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In the latest episode of Cleary Gottlieb’s Antitrust Review podcast, host Nick Levy is joined by Guillaume Loriot, the EC’s Head of Mergers at GCR Live: Europe. Their conversation covers an array of topics, including the EC’s Draft Merger Guidelines,... more

In the latest episode of Cleary Gottlieb’s Antitrust Review podcast, host Nick Levy is joined by Andreas Mundt, President of the German Federal Cartel Office. Their conversation covers a wide array of topics, including the objectives of competition ... more

In the latest episode of Cleary Gottlieb’s Antitrust Review podcast, host Nick Levy is joined by a panel of experts to discuss the EC’s draft Merger Guidelines. Sir Philip Lowe, Sir Jonathan Faull, Barbara Moens, Jorge Padilla, Ethel Fonseca, Kirsten... more

In the latest instalment of Cleary Gottlieb’s Antitrust Review podcast, host Nick Levy is joined by Sarah Cardell, Chief Executive of the Competition and Markets Authority. Their conversation covers a wide array of topics, including the objectives of... more

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Recent Guests

Sir Philip Lowe
Former director general at DG Competition
DG Competition (European Commission)
Episode: The EC’s Draft Merger Guidelines
Sir Jonathan Faull
Former DG internal market and services; current Brunswick Group
Brunswick Group
Episode: The EC’s Draft Merger Guidelines
Enrique González-Díaz
Partner at Cleary Gottlieb; former DG Comp contributor
Cleary Gottlieb
Episode: The EC’s Draft Merger Guidelines
Kirsten Edwards-Warren
Economist, RBB Economics
RBB Economics
Episode: The EC’s Draft Merger Guidelines
Ethel Fonseca
Economist, RBB Economics
RBB Economics
Episode: The EC’s Draft Merger Guidelines
Jorge Padilla
Competition economist
Cleary Gottlieb
Episode: The EC’s Draft Merger Guidelines
Chris Cook
Partner, Cleary Gottlieb; merger regulation expert
Cleary Gottlieb
Episode: The EC’s Draft Merger Guidelines
Anita Magraner Oliver
Partner, Cleary Gottlieb; expert on merger enforcement
Cleary Gottlieb
Episode: The EC’s Draft Merger Guidelines
Sarah Cardell
Chief Executive of the CMA
UK Competition and Markets Authority
Episode: In Conversation With Sarah Cardell

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Nick Levy
Host of Antitrust Review

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 26 ratings
  • Excellent podcast

    This is great. Really clear and insightful.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Miscellany
    United Kingdoma year ago

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Leaves listeners with clear takeaways on regulatory strategy and deal risk.
Clear, insightful discussions that connect policy with practical implications for business.
High-level guests create strong industry credibility and interest for sponsors.

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In Conversation with Olivier Guersent
Q: Are we expecting too much of antitrust? Or is it a side dish?
Olivier argues that competition policy is neither the sole cure nor the root cause of Europe's problems; it is a critical enabler that should be balanced with other policy tools, and Draghi's framework suggests nuanced changes rather than sweeping overhauls.
In Conversation with Jorge Padilla, Neil Dryden, Ethel Fonseca, Katie Curry & Chris Cook
Q: Is there a presumption that mergers reduce incentives to innovate, based on past cases like Dow-DuPont?
No, there is no formal presumption that mergers will diminish innovation; decisions are case-specific and regulators weigh internal documents and theories of harm to determine the likely impact on innovation.
In Conversation with Jorge Padilla, Neil Dryden, Ethel Fonseca, Katie Curry & Chris Cook
Q: What is the core question about mergers and innovation that drives the debate among economists here?
The core issue is whether mergers increase or decrease incentives to invest and innovate, and how any potential positive effects on innovation compare to short-term price increases, requiring careful, merger-specific analysis rather than broad presumptions.
In Conversation With John Fingleton, Andrea Coscelli, and Marcus Bokkerink
Q: What does the Vodafone 3 decision signal for future UK mergers?
The decision is viewed as a shift indicating the CMA may accept more use of investment commitments to offset competitive harms, suggesting a nuanced, case-by-case approach rather than a blanket pro- or anti-merger stance.
In Conversation With John Fingleton, Andrea Coscelli, and Marcus Bokkerink
Q: Does a growth-first agenda push the CMA toward leniency in mergers and reduced enforcement?
There is a tension between growth objectives and independent enforcement; some panelists argue growth mandates can risk diluting strict competition standards, while others believe growth can be compatible with strong enforcement if done with proper safeguards and independent oversight.

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What is Antitrust Review about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show consistently surveys antitrust enforcement, policy design, and regulatory strategy across major jurisdictions. Episodes feature a mix of seasoned regulators, law-firm practitioners, economists, and policy voices discussing merger control, digital markets regulation, and the evolving balance between consumer welfare, innovation, and growth. Notable throughlines include how Draghi-era reforms, the Digital Markets Act, and cross‑border dynamics shape enforcement, remedies, and deal strategy, with practical guidance for counsel and corporations navigating global competition regimes. A defining strength is bringing high‑level policy debate into concrete, practitioner‑oriented implications for mergers, investigations, and compliance, oft... more

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