Competition authorities are not keen on setting industry-specific compulsory merger and acquisition (M&A) notification thresholds.

“The very simple reason is these firms, industries are very dynamic. Firms involved are also covering several industries, several conglomerates,” Philippine Competition Commission (PCC) Chairman Arsenio Balisacan told reporters last week.

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