The attempted takeover of Vodafone Italy by Iliad is of interest to all of Europe.
If this operation were to succeed, it would mark the transition from four to three operators in a large European country.
Such a move would mark a break, while European and national competition authorities have, in recent years, worked to maintain a powerful competitive landscape.
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Iliad's entry into Italy was born out of this desire.
After Wind and Tre merged, Italy wanted to keep a four-operator market and Xavier Niel's group seized the opportunity.
But, since then, Europe has reviewed its copy.
European Commissioner Thierry Breton is championing a more business-friendly regulatory framework, especially when it comes to bringing out European champions.
This paradigm shift, which will profoundly upset the apprehension of competition, would be beneficial to Iliad.
The position of European competition will be closely scrutinized by…
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