The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) under Lina Khan and the Justice Department’s Antitrust Division, led by Jonathan Kanter, are intensifying their focus on what they term “serial acquirers.” These are companies that grow by acquiring or merging with smaller businesses, often in the same industry. Khan and Kanter, as leading Read more…
In the world of e-commerce, few names resonate as strongly as Amazon. Starting from humble beginnings in a Seattle garage, Jeff Bezos transformed his online bookstore into the globe-spanning retail giant we know today. The secret behind Amazon’s success lies in its blend of competitive pricing, extensive product selection, and Read more…
In recent years, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has taken a notably aggressive stance on mergers and acquisitions under the leadership of Chair Lina Khan. This has sparked widespread debate and concern among various stakeholders in the business community. US Policy Editor Charles Sauer delves into the impact of Khan’s Read more…
Public figures often use a tactic called the non-denial denial to avoid giving straight answers to tough questions. FTC Chair Lina Khan showcased this technique during her testimony before a House Appropriations Subcommittee, where she was questioned about the FTC’s aggressive antitrust policies and international collaborations. In his article, Market Read more…
A coalition of free-market advocates has issued a stark warning to Congress about the Biden administration’s antitrust policies. The coalition alleges that President Joe Biden’s Department of Justice (DOJ) Antitrust Division and Federal Trade Commission (FTC) are acting beyond their remit, using their powers to provide political cover for Biden’s Read more…
In response to rising prices, President Biden has formed a strike force to combat what he deems “unfair and illegal pricing.” Tasked with holding corporations accountable for excessive price hikes, this initiative raises significant concerns about government overreach and economic freedom. At our think tank, we believe that economic growth Read more…
As advocates for free-market principles, it’s imperative to scrutinize the actions of regulatory bodies like the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), especially when they intervene in corporate mergers. A recent article by Market Institute Senior Fellow Norm Singleton challenges the FTC’s decision to block the merger between Kroger and Albertsons, two Read more…
For advocates of free markets, the role of government in regulating markets is a crucial battleground where principles of individual freedom clash with centralized control. Market Institute President Charles Sauer has a new article in Real Clear Markets that examines how Senators Elizabeth Warren and Edward Kennedy’s views on market Read more…
Market Institute President Charles Sauer has a new article in Real Clear Markets taking on FTC Chair Lina Khan’s current interpretation of the business landscape and the role the government should play in regulating it. He writes: “Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Chair Lina Khan recently spoke at the Carnegie Endowment Read more…
The rise of Hipster Neo-Brandeisianism signals a profound shift in antitrust enforcement, championing a more assertive approach to curb corporate power and promote broader societal goals. Market Institute President Charles Sauer takes a look at the regulatory overreach in a new article at Real Clear Markets. Led by figures like FTC Chair Read more…