Managing Regulatory Compliance Risks in M&A with Charles Webb

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Managing Regulatory Compliance Risks in M&A

When it comes to mergers and acquisitions, everyone loves to talk about synergies, growth, and market share. However, these enticing prospects can quickly dim if regulatory compliance risks are overlooked. While not the most glamorous aspect of M&A, compliance forms the bedrock that ensures deals are legally sound and smoothly executed. In this episode of the M&A Science Podcast, Charles Webb, Lead Antitrust Counsel at FedEx, discusses how to manage regulatory compliance risks in M&A.

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Charles Webb, Lead Antitrust Counsel at FedEx (NYSE: FDX)

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In this episode of the M&A Science Podcast, Charles Webb, Lead Antitrust Counsel at FedEx, discusses how to manage regulatory compliance risks in M&A.

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Things you will learn:

Different types of regulatory compliance risks in M&A
Applicability of antitrust framework to companies
The evolution of antitrust laws
The importance of avoiding Gun Jumping
Increased aggressiveness of antitrust regulators

Charles Webb

Charles Webb is the Lead Antitrust Counsel at FedEx, where he oversees global competition law compliance and advises on M&A transactions. With over 20 years of experience, he has worked as a partner at leading law firms, a government enforcer at the Jersey Competition Regulatory Authority, and a professor of antitrust law. His expertise spans advising on complex M&A deals and navigating antitrust regulations across various industries and jurisdictions.

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