FTC clears $36B Mars-Kellanova deal as EU review continues
The acquisition would mark the largest in the industry since 2008. Together, the companies would account for roughly 12% of the U.S. snacking and candy industry.
NJBIZ panel dissects FTC rule banning noncompete agreements
As part of NJBIZ’s latest virtual discussion, attorneys from three of New Jersey’s top law firms delved into the Federal Trade Commission’s controversial vote to prohibit the use of noncompete agreements for almost all U.S. workers.
Campbell’s $2.7B Rao’s acquisition pushed to mid-2024
The delay comes as the FTC seeks more information about the proposed deal, which was originally expected to close by December of this year.
FTC: 2022’s top 5 text message scams cost consumers $330M
A new analysis from the Federal Trade Commissions found consumers loss $330 million due to the cons, with median individual losses more than double what was reported in 2021.
Jersey consumers scammed out of $231M in 2022
While the number of cases reported by the Federal Trade Commission fell from the year prior, losses were significantly greater over the past 12 months.
Vonage agrees to pay $100M to settle FTC lawsuit
The "record-breaking" agreement resolves claims that allege the Holmdel-based cloud communications company failed to give customers an easy way to cancel their internet-based telephone services and charged them excessive fees.











