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Getty Images / Shutterstock Merger Inquiry

The UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has moved the Getty Images‑Shutterstock merger into Phase 2, issuing an interim report that identifies competition concerns in the supply of editorial content within the United Kingdom. The regulator concluded that the global stock‑image market remains competitive, but UK‑based editorial services could face reduced choice. Parties have already offered interim undertakings and a joint response to the Phase 1 decision, with the statutory deadline for a final ruling set for 19 April 2026. The CMA will publish its full findings shortly after the March 12 response deadline.