CMA remains opposed to FNZ-GBST merger

The Competition and Markets Authority has provisionally found that platform engine FNZ’s £150m purchase of rival GBST would raise “significant competition concerns” following a review of the deal.

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Competition regulator tells FNZ to sell GBST

The Competition and Markets Authority has ordered platform engine provider FNZ to sell rival and takeover target GBST over fears that millions of UK pension savers and investors could face worse service and higher prices.

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CMA orders in-depth probe into FNZ/GBST merger

The Competition and Markets Authority has ordered an “in-depth” investigation into ‘platform engine’ FNZ’s purchase of competitor GBST.

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Martin Bamford: So where's all the Financial Planning competition? 

Our business has a head office in Cranleigh, Surrey, which is the largest village in England; at least it's one of several in England claiming to be the largest. 

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