Asda takeover may lead to higher petrol prices, CMA warns
Many of Asda’s and EG’s petrol stations are located in the same parts of the UK - with the authority stating that it is now concerned that the deal could lead to higher prices for motorists in these locations
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has raised concerns that the £6.8bn takeover of Asda could lead to higher petrol prices in some areas of the UK.