kartellipäätökset

Kartellipäätökset refer to decisions made by competition authorities regarding cartels. A cartel is an agreement between competing businesses that restricts competition. Such agreements can involve price fixing, market sharing, bid rigging, or limiting production. Competition authorities, such as the European Commission or national competition agencies, investigate suspected cartels. If a cartel is found to exist, the authority can issue a decision imposing fines on the participating companies. These fines are often substantial and can be based on a percentage of the company's turnover. Kartellipäätökset aim to deter anti-competitive behavior and protect consumers and the economy from the negative effects of cartels. The process typically involves an investigation, evidence gathering, and an opportunity for the companies to present their defense. Decisions can be appealed to courts. The primary goal of these decisions is to restore and maintain a level playing field in the market.