09:01 AM EST, 11/26/2024 (MT Newswires) -- International Paper's ( IP ) proposed acquisition of DS Smith will be decided by European Union antitrust regulators by Jan. 10, 2025, Reuters reported Tuesday, citing a European Commission filing.

International Paper's ( IP ) stock deal for the British packaging company had an implied transaction value of about $9.9 billion when it was announced in April.

International Paper ( IP ) and DS Smith didn't immediately respond to requests for comment from MT Newswires.

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