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Western Union gets New York nod for Intermax acquisition; still faces California hurdles

·Source: Finextra

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Executive Summary

Western Union has committed to maintain its store locations in New York State and cap fee increases for three years in order to head off opposition to its acquisition of rival Intermax.

Analysis

Western Union has committed to maintain its store locations in New York State and cap fee increases for three years in order to head off opposition to its acquisition of rival Intermax.
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Originally published by Finextra on Aug 17, 2026.

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