The FTC logged 235 HSR filings in May 2026 — a FY2026 high, the strongest month since December 2021, and a 58.8 percent jump over last year. With FY2026 volume running 22 percent ahead of FY2025 and a new form rulemaking in play, here is what the surge means for Second Request and eDiscovery planning.
HSR Filings Hit 235 in May 2026, the Highest Monthly Total Since December 2021 Read More »
HSR premerger filings hit 203 in March 2026 — the highest monthly total since December — as a federal appellate court restored the legacy HSR form and Q4 2025 GDP growth was revised down to a slim 0.5 percent. Here is what the numbers mean for deal advisors and legal operations teams planning for the rest of the fiscal year.
HSR Filings Hit 203 in March 2026 as Court Overturns Expanded Form and GDP Slips to 0.5% Read More »
Over the past two decades, the frequency of Second Requests under the Premerger Notification Program has varied significantly, reflecting changing regulatory approaches and economic conditions. With President Donald Trump’s 2024 re-election, professionals in cybersecurity, information governance, and eDiscovery should be prepared for shifts in regulatory scrutiny, influencing strategic planning and compliance measures.
Analyzing Second Requests: Trends in Premerger Antitrust Review and Political Influence Read More »
