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Competition Policy

Research on anticompetitive behaviours by firms which may harm consumers. This theme covers the core of traditional competition policy such as agreements, abuse of dominance/monopolisation and mergers. It also covers research aimed at uncovering how competition takes place in particular cases.

  • Cartels

    Research on cartels focuses on the various interactions between mechanisms for detection, design of sanctions and the behaviour of cartel members.

  • Potentially Anti-Competitive Agreements

    Agreements covered in this research include Resale Price Management, most favoured nation clauses, exclusive dealing and rebates.

  • Mergers and Market Investigations

    Research is focused on objectives of interventions, the theories of harm and the proper design and evaluation of remedies.

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