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European Commission approves merger of Philadelphia-based Axalta, AkzoNobel

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By Liz Carey  |  November 10, 2026

The European Commission has conditionally approved the all-stock merger between Amsterdam-based AkzoNobel and Philadelphia-headquartered Axalta Coating Systems, marking a major regulatory milestone for a deal that would create a major global coatings player. After discussions with the European Commission, AkzoNobel and Axalta have agreed to a targeted remedy involving the divestment of AkzoNobel’s European vehicle refinish business. The transaction is expected to close in early 2027, subjec...

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