- Title:
Merger Update: ABF/Hovis - Time:
07:00:02 - Date:
21 May 2026 - Category:
Acquisitions and alliances - ID:
1384F
CMA publishes supplementary interim report in bread merger investigation
The CMA has published a supplementary interim report in its investigation of the anticipated acquisition by Associated British Foods plc (through ABF Grain Products Limited) of Hovis Group Limited.
In the supplementary interim report, the Inquiry Group has provisionally concluded that the merger may not be expected to result in an SLC in relation to the supply of bread and certain other bakery products in Northern Ireland.
The CMA will now seek feedback on the supplementary interim report before making a final decision by 24 June 2026. The deadline for comments is Thursday 28 May 2026.
For more information, visit the ABF / Hovis merger inquiry - GOV.UK case page.
Merger Update: ABF/Hovis07:00:0221 May 2026Acquisitions and alliances1384F