Introduction to Antitrust Laws

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Introduction to Antitrust Laws

• Ensuring Fair Competition in the Market
• Presented by LDM Global

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What are Antitrust Laws?

• Antitrust laws are regulations that promote fair
  competition and prevent monopolies.
• They protect consumers from price-fixing,
  bid-rigging, and anti-competitive mergers.
• Key objectives
• Prevent unfair market dominance.
• Ensure a level playing field for businesses.
• Encourage innovation and fair pricing.

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Major Antitrust Laws Agencies

• Key Antitrust Laws
• Sherman Act (1890) Prohibits monopolies and
  restrictive trade practices.
• Clayton Act (1914) Prevents anti-competitive
  mergers and price discrimination.
• Federal Trade Commission Act (1914) Establishes
  the FTC to enforce competition laws.
• Regulatory Agencies
• United States Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
  Department of Justice (DOJ).
• European Union European Commission (EC).
• Other Regions Competition Commission of India
  (CCI), UKs Competition and Markets Authority
  (CMA), etc.

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Why Antitrust Laws Matter?

• Protects Consumers Prevents price-fixing and
  unfair pricing.
• Encourages Innovation Ensures new businesses can
  compete fairly.
• Prevents Market Abuse Restricts monopolistic and
  anti-competitive behavior.
• Promotes Economic Growth Ensures a competitive
  marketplace for businesses.