Collusive Behaviour 

Collusive behaviour occurs when firms agree (either tacitly or overtly) to fix output quotas, set prices and avoid competitive pressures.

Collusive behaviour is a way for firms to increase profit. It will lead to higher prices for consumers.

Types of Collusive Behaviour

Chapter 1 of the Competition Act investigates restrictive practices         (and which mirrors article 81 in the EU).These restrictive practices include:

 

Problems of Collusive Behaviour

Essays and Revision Notes on Competition Policy

Competition Policy intro

Benefits of Mergers

Disadvantages of Mergers

Monopolies

Abuse of Monopoly Power

Collusive Behaviour

EU Competition Policy

Evaluation of UK Competition Policy

Essay Questions