A horizontal merger is a merger or business consolidation that occurs between firms that operate in the same industry, usually as larger companies attempt to create more efficient economies of scale.

Since 2009, the United States has experienced another wave of hospital mergers. Consequently, health systems are getting larger and increasing their market concentration. How patients benefit from ...

The merger could face varying regulatory scrutiny depending on the political landscape, with potential challenges from antitrust agencies. Cross-market mergers may lead to price increases and reduced ...