The Competition and Markets Authority (“CMA”) has announced that its market investigation into the supply of public cloud infrastructure in the UK has been extended by 4 months to 4 August 2025.

We have previously commented upon this investigation here. In its announcement of the extension of the investigation, the CMA stated that “in taking this decision, the Inquiry Group has had regard to the nature and complexity of issues raised in relation to the theories of harm investigated, in particular, the licensing practices theory of harm, which was not examined in depth in Ofcom’s market study. Specifically, the Inquiry Group had regard to the submissions, evidence and analyses provided in response to the CMA’s working papers and the main party hearings, some of which were received after the deadline for submission of evidence as set out in the administrative timetable. These submissions required further analysis and engagement with the main parties to ensure a thorough and appropriate consideration of the complex matters raised. The Inquiry Group has also had regard to ensuring that it has sufficient time following the publication of its provisional decision report to engage with the consultation responses and to complete its investigation.”

The CMA also added that the Inquiry group has “had regard to all of the above matters in the round, appreciating the need to be as comprehensive, thorough and fair as possible within the statutory timeframe.”

To read more about the investigation, click here.