Kroll Acquires ABC Economics to Bolster Competition and Regulatory Advisory — KROLL, LLC

Event summary

Kroll acquired ABC economics, a Berlin-based competition and regulatory advisory firm, on July 15, 2026.
ABC economics specializes in damage quantification, mergers, abuse of dominance cases, and international arbitrations.
The acquisition strengthens Kroll's economic and econometric capabilities for complex litigation and regulatory matters.
Kroll launched its Economics and Decision Intelligence division earlier this year.

The big picture

Kroll's acquisition of ABC economics reflects a broader industry shift towards sophisticated economic analysis in legal and regulatory disputes. As courts and regulators increasingly rely on robust economic evidence, advisory firms are consolidating expertise to meet this demand. The deal positions Kroll to better serve clients navigating high-stakes matters where economic reasoning is decisive.

What we're watching

Competitive Positioning: How Kroll's acquisition of ABC economics will affect its standing against competitors in the regulatory and disputes advisory space.
Market Demand: Whether the growing emphasis on economic evidence in litigation and arbitration will sustain demand for specialized advisory services.
Integration Challenges: The pace at which Kroll can integrate ABC economics' capabilities into its existing offerings without diluting its core strengths.