Acquirer(s)
- Woolworths Limited
Target(s)
- Supa IGA Supermarket Capalaba
Market definition
The ACCC considered the impact of the proposed acquisition in the local supermarket market surrounding the Supa IGA located in the Capalaba Park Shopping Centre in Capalaba, Queensland. The ACCC also considered the impact of the proposed acquisition in the relevant procurement markets for products sold in supermarkets and the national wholesale market.Competition analysis
The ACCC considered that the proposed acquisition would be unlikely to result in a substantial lessening of competition in any of the relevant markets. Among other things, the ACCC took into account the existence of other competitors in the relevant local area which would pose a competition constraint on Woolworths post acquisition.Timeline
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ACCC commenced review under the Merger Review Process Guidelines. Market inquiries commenced. |
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Closing date for submissions from interested parties. |
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ACCC announced its decision not to oppose the proposed acquisition. |