Carlsberg’s acquisition of Britvic cleared by UK competition watchdog

Britain’s competition regulator has cleared Carlsberg’s deal with soft drinks maker Britvic, saying it would not refer the £3.3 billion transaction for an in-depth probe. Carlsberg struck a deal to acquire the British soft drinks maker in July, aiming to establish a UK beverage “powerhouse”. The deal, which is expected to close on January 16,…

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