Cirrus Logic Inc / Wolfson Microelectronics plc
The CMA investigated the anticipated acquisition by Cirrus Logic Inc of Wolfson Microelectronics plc.
Statutory timetable
| Phase 1 | Action |
|---|---|
| 7 November 2014 | Decision published |
| 8 August 2014 | Decision announced |
| 16 June 2014 | Launch of merger inquiry |
| 17 June to 30 June 2014 | Invitation to comment |
Phase 1
CMA clearance decision announced
8 August 2014: The CMA has cleared the anticipated acquisition by Cirrus Logic Inc of Wolfson Microelectronics plc. The full text of the decision is available below:
- Full text decision (07.11.14)
Invitation to comment: Now closed
17 June 2014: The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is considering whether it is, or may be the case, that this transaction has resulted 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 situation has resulted, or may be expected to result, in a substantial lessening of competition within any market or markets in the United Kingdom for goods or services.
Launch of CMA merger inquiry
16 June 2014: The parties submitted a notification of the anticipated acquisition by Cirrus Logic Inc of Wolfson Microelectronics plc merger to the CMA. The CMA considered the parties’ notification to be a complete merger notice.
Contact
Please send written representations about any competition or public interest to:
Raul Nieto
Competition and Markets Authority
Victoria House
37 Southampton Row
London
WC1B 4AD