Antitrust In The Age Of Talent Wars

In an era defined by fierce competition for skilled labor, where employers compete for talent even when they may not compete to sell their products or services, the intersection of antitrust law and employment practices has emerged as a critical frontier in many jurisdictions globally. As companies fight to attract and retain top talent in increasingly innovative and high-tech markets, regulators around the world (including in the U.S., the EU, and the UK) are intensifying their scrutiny of employer behaviors that may suppress wages, restrict mobility, or otherwise distort fair competition in labor markets. In this Advisory, you'll find an interactive map of global trends that provides a snapshot of the jurisdictions where, to the best of our knowledge, competition authorities have already launched investigations, issued decisions, and/or adopted or proposed reforms against anti-competitive practices in labor markets.