A horizontal merger is a merger or business consolidation that occurs between firms that operate in the same industry, usually as larger companies attempt to create more efficient economies of scale.

Discover how stock-for-stock mergers work and what they mean for shareholders, explaining the benefits and efficiency of these acquisitions.

The Minister of the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition announced proposed amendments to the merger filing thresholds on Tuesday, 27 January 2026. This marks the fourth time since 1998 that ...