EU is planning its biggest relaxation of corporate merger rules in decades, while EU competition commissioner Ribera says merger rules are to favour scale and innovation, according to FT

The EU's potential relaxation of corporate merger rules signals a notable shift towards fostering scale and innovation, which could enhance competitive dynamics in various sectors. This may encourage increased M&A activity, leading to consolidation among companies that can leverage synergies. Overall, it reflects a regulatory environment more supportive of corporate expansions, which could impact sector valuations and investor sentiment significantly.