- Title:
Merger Update: E.ON / OVO Energy - Time:
09:00:01 - Date:
2 Sept 2026 - Category:
Acquisitions and alliances - ID:
4960S
Start of CMA Merger Investigation: Anticipated acquisition by E.ON UK Limited of OVO Energy Ltd
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is considering whether it is or may be the case that this transaction, if carried into effect, will result in the creation of a relevant merger situation under the merger provisions of the Enterprise Act 2002 and, if so, whether the creation of that merger may be expected to result in a substantial lessening of competition within any market or markets in the United Kingdom for goods or services.
The CMA announced the launch of its merger inquiry by notice to the Parties on Wednesday 2 September 2026 and has a deadline of 28 October 2026 for its phase 1 decision.
Merger Update: E.ON / OVO Energy09:00:012 Sept 2026Acquisitions and alliances4960S