Competition Bureau Secures Court Orders to Further Investigate Mérieux NutriSciences' Purchase of Bureau Veritas' Food Testing Division
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Oct 16 2025
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Source: Yahoo Finance
Competition Bureau Investigation: The Competition Bureau is investigating Mérieux NutriSciences' acquisition of Bureau Veritas' food testing business to assess potential impacts on competition in Canada's food testing market.
Acquisition Details: Mérieux NutriSciences' acquisition, which closed on December 31, 2024, significantly expanded its presence in Canada by adding seven food testing labs, raising concerns about higher prices and reduced service quality for customers.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
