This article explores the evolving stance of the Federal Trade Commission and Department of Justice toward vertical mergers, particularly in light of the supply chain uncertainties facing industries today. Historically, the agencies viewed vertical integration as procompetitive, with the potential to generate efficiencies and lower consumer prices. Recently, however, the agencies have raised concerns that vertical mergers have the potential to disadvantage other businesses in the supply chain. A
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