antikonkurentsilised

Antikonkurentsilised are practices or agreements that restrict competition within a market. These actions are typically undertaken by businesses to gain an unfair advantage over rivals, ultimately harming consumers through higher prices, reduced choice, or lower quality goods and services.

Common examples of antikonkurentsilised behavior include price-fixing, where competitors agree on a minimum price for their products or services, eliminating price wars and ensuring higher profits for all involved. Another prevalent practice is market sharing, where companies divide up geographical areas or customer segments amongst themselves, agreeing not to compete in each other's designated territories. Bid rigging is also a form of antikonkurentsilised conduct, often seen in public procurement processes where companies collude to determine which one will win a contract, ensuring a predetermined outcome and inflating costs.

Antitrust laws and competition authorities exist in most countries to detect, investigate, and penalize antikonkurentsilised activities. Their aim is to maintain a level playing field, foster innovation, and protect consumer interests by ensuring that markets operate freely and competitively. Violations of competition law can result in significant fines, legal repercussions, and reputational damage for the involved companies.