The French also get the green light from Spain

Now the Spanish government has also given its approval to Leroy Merlin’s acquisition of Aki. No conditions were stipulated, despite initial reservations. The French DIY retail chain operates 25 stores under the Leroy Merlin name in Spain. To these will now be added the 18 Aki outlets. The competition authorities in France and Portugal had already given their green light to the move in February.