UK competition watchdog begins probe into Getty Images-Shutterstock deal

Britain’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has opened an inquiry into Getty Images’ planned $3.7 billion merger with Shutterstock. The probe will assess whether the deal harms competition in the digital media market.

By Reuters | Updated: Aug 22, 2025, 05.27 PM IST

Britain's antitrust watchdog on Friday said it has launched an investigation into US-listed Getty Images' $3.7 billion merger with rival Shutterstock.

The Competition and Markets Authority said it set October 20 as the deadline for its phase I decision on the investigation.

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