LENSAR Expects Alcon Acquisition to Close in H1 2026 Following FTC Review
LENSAR and Alcon continue cooperating with FTC staff to address a Second Request for information and documentary materials on the pending acquisition. The company now expects the deal to close in the first half of 2026, subject to satisfaction of regulatory approvals and other closing conditions.
1. Cooperation with FTC
LENSAR and Alcon have engaged with the U.S. Federal Trade Commission’s Second Request for Additional Information and Documentary Material, submitting detailed responses on LENSAR’s advanced robotic cataract laser systems and market positioning.
2. Expected Closing Timeline
In light of the ongoing regulatory review, LENSAR now anticipates completing the Alcon transaction in the first half of 2026, contingent upon satisfaction of all closing conditions, including final FTC approval.
3. Remaining Conditions and Risks
The merger remains subject to customary closing conditions, with potential risks including delayed or denied regulatory clearance, unanticipated approval conditions, or other circumstances that could extend the timeline or jeopardize deal completion.