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GBTG challenges UK CMA interim report on CWT acquisition; reaffirms Q1 2025 close
Global Business Travel Group, Inc.
- UK CMA interim report says Amex GBT's acquisition of CWT may substantially lessen competition in UK.
- Amex GBT disagrees, will respond to correct errors; says CMA ignored evidence on dynamic, competitive business travel sector.
- Company reaffirms Q1 2025 closing expectation; also working with U.S. DOJ on antitrust review.
- Acquisition expected to create synergies, boost innovation, and maintain competition in business travel services.