Presenting a comprehensive perspective on the economic analysis of mergers by leading academics and competition policy-makers from Europe and the US, this book discusses the pro's and con's of using applied game theory models in merger control from a historical and theoretical perspective. It is for legal and economic professionals in the field.

This unique book is a thorough transatlantic discussion of academic and policy insights combined with applications based on actual decisions. It will appeal to legal and economic professionals who deal with and advise on mergers and acquisitions whether they be in a ministry, central bank or competition authority setting. Scholars and students interested in analysing markets, law and economics, industrial organization and applied econometrics will also find much to interest them in this work.

Preface by Neelie Kroes Part I: European Policy Perspectives Part II: Strengths and Weaknesses of Simulation Models Part III: European Case Studies References Index.