Antitrust in M&A: What Dealmakers Need to Know in 2025 with Kaj Rozga

Kaj Rozga, Senior Antitrust Counsel at ABB

Antitrust scrutiny in M&A is at an all-time high, and companies must be prepared to navigate evolving regulatory challenges. Kaj Rozga, Senior Antitrust Counsel at ABB, brings a unique perspective, having worked both inside the FTC and in private practice, advising on antitrust strategy, compliance, and M&A transactions.

In this episode of the M&A Science Podcast, Kaj breaks down the latest antitrust trends, regulatory risks, and strategic approaches to managing antitrust concerns in M&A. He shares how dealmakers can proactively assess risk, structure deals to mitigate scrutiny, and use antitrust as a negotiation tool.

Thing’s you will learn:

Antitrust in M&A – What business leaders need to know
How regulators evaluate mergers – Key triggers for scrutiny
Industry rollups & market consolidation – Why private equity is under the microscope
Navigating second requests & regulatory delays – How to prepare for costly reviews
What not to do between sign and close

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Kaj Rozga

As Senior Antitrust Counsel at ABB, Kaj Rozga provides strategic guidance on global antitrust risks, merger clearance, and compliance. He previously worked at the FTC, investigating and litigating merger challenges, and spent over a decade in private practice, advising companies on regulatory risk in complex M&A transactions. His deep expertise in antitrust law makes him a key voice on how companies can successfully navigate regulatory scrutiny in today’s environment.

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