TF1/M6: the Autorité de la concurrence opens an in-depth examination

At the end of the first phase of examination of the transaction (known as “phase 1”), the Autorité considers that the transaction must be the subject of an in-depth examination, known as “phase 2”.

The various activities for which the Autorité will continue to analyse the effects of the transaction are, notably:

• the acquisition of broadcasting rights for audiovisual content;
• the publishing and marketing of television channels;
• the distribution of television services;
• advertising.