Brazil’s Antitrust Authority Approves Marfrig-BRF Deal
September 11, 2025 | 1 min to read
The Brazilian antitrust authority CADE has approved a merger between Marfrig and BRF, stating the deal raises no competition concerns. The approval was granted without restrictions, as the combined market share of the two companies in overlapping product markets is under 20%. This outcome reflects a move towards consolidation in the food processing sector while maintaining competitive parity.
SAO PAULO – Brazilian antitrust authority CADE has approved a merger deal between beef producer Marfrig (MRFG3.SA), opens new tab and food processor BRF, the companies said in a joint securities filing.
The transaction was approved without restrictions because it does not raise any competition concerns, CADE said in a press release.
“The joint market share of companies in markets with horizontal overlap, where both offer similar and competing products, is less than 20%,” CADE said.
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