Antitrust authorities may approve a proposed takeover even if the resulting combination will substantially increase market concentration if the target from would go bankrupt if the takeover does not occur.

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Antitrust authorities may weigh the potential harm to competition against the potential harm to consumers if the target firm were to fail. In some cases, they may approve a proposed takeover to prevent the target from going bankrupt and potentially causing greater harm to consumers and the market.

Antitrust Authorities May Approve a Proposed Takeover Even If the Resulting