Overview

• The Justice Department’s antitrust division declined to seek an injunction, effectively clearing the way for the planned acquisition
• The department’s review found that U.S. Cellular could not sustain its network investments independently and risked service degradation
• T-Mobile has committed to integrate U.S. Cellular’s operations to deliver faster data speeds and expanded rural coverage for customers
• Officials warned that the deal contributes to spectrum consolidation among the Big Three carriers and could hinder the emergence of a fourth national competitor
• With the antitrust review closed, T-Mobile now awaits FCC approval to finalize its $4.4 billion purchase