Acquirer(s)

  • Ingram Micro Pty Limited

Target(s)

  • Vantex Pty Limited

Summary

Ingram Micro Pty Limited proposed to acquire Vantex Pty Limited.

Market definition

While the ACCC did not consider it necessary to reach a definitive view on market definition in this matter, the proposed acquisition was considered in the context of the "two-tier" distribution segment of the national market for the supply of IT products.

Competition analysis

The ACCC considered that the proposed acquisition was unlikely to result in a substantial lessening of competition in the relevant markets. Factors informing this conclusion included:
- the proposed acquisition does not involve the removal of a vigorous and effective competitor; and
- buyers have the ability to bypass distributors and acquire products directly from manufacturers.

Timeline

Date Event

ACCC commenced review under the Merger Review Process Guidelines.

Closing date for submissions from interested parties.

ACCC announced it would not oppose the proposed acquisition.