Monopolies or market power are usually considered to be an economic threat to markets and consumers. This book examines the theory, effectiveness and regulation of monopolies across the globe. It presents topical research on monopolies, including the natural monopoly and third party access of the Swedish district heating market.
The goal of antitrust advocates is to increase the role of competition, assure that competition works in the interests of consumers, and challenge abuses of concentrated economic power in the American and world economy. This book presents studies of different antitrust policies and how they adapt to a rapidly changing economic landscape.