Economic Assessment Mergers Under European Competition Law

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"The authors should be congratulated on spotting a gap in the market - the need for an accessible, yet comprehensive, study of the use of economics in EU merger control. They each have considerable knowledge and experience in this field, and they use this to take the reader through all aspects in a cogent and structured manner.' - Simon Baxter, Partner, Skadden

"This book is a "must-read" for any lawyer engaged in European merger control. The authors' practical experience and ability to express complex concepts in a readily understandable way shines through.' - Fiona Carlin, Partner, Baker & McKenzie

"This comprehensive and insightful volume is distinguished by its skillful and knowledgeable mix of relevant economic theory and practice of competition economics... The authors have provided a real and valuable service to the competition policy enforcement community worldwide.' - Professor Jeffrey Church, University of Calgary

“Authoritatively and lucidly written, this book provides a detailed roadmap to the theoretical framework and analytical tools used in the economic assessment of mergers and will be an invaluable tool for practitioners, academics and regulators alike. A pleasure to read.” - Claire Jeffs, Partner, Slaughter and May

“There are many competition economics manuals out there but this very enjoyable book is unique... Belongs on every serious practitioner's bookshelf.” - Frederic Louis, Partner, Wilmer Hale

"This book provides a thorough and comprehensive overview of analytical tools for merger analysis... The authors succeed in explaining advanced economic arguments in a very clear way, illustrated with many cases.” - Professor Frank Verboven, University of Leuven