Welcome to Competition Corner, a multi-part podcast series from Ropes & Gray's antitrust team that explores key developments in antitrust law and enforcement and what they mean for businesses. To listen to an episode or read the transcript, click the links below.
U.S. Antitrust Law Reaches That? Extraterritoriality Developments
- October 8, 2026: On this episode, antitrust partners Mark Popofsky and Samer Musallam tackle the reach of U.S. antitrust principles in global commerce—when can U.S. antitrust law ensnare foreign conduct? The discussion covers the “effects” principle, the Foreign Trade Antitrust Improvements Act (FTAIA), important new developments, and real-world cases illustrating how U.S. competition law applies to conduct abroad. Listeners will gain practical insights into the complexities of cross-border antitrust enforcement, the hurdles for private plaintiffs, and the evolving international landscape.
- July 23, 2026: On this episode, antitrust partners Mark Popofsky and Samer Musallam discuss recent cases, including Paramount, where state attorneys general and private plaintiffs have challenged deals even after federal review, highlighting the growing role of states and private parties in U.S. antitrust enforcement. They examine the risks companies face from these additional enforcement branches and offer practical takeaways for managing antitrust exposure throughout the transaction process. Tune in to learn how to navigate the evolving landscape of merger enforcement beyond federal agencies.
