Antitrust and Competition
Some policymakers claim that weak antitrust enforcement has led to reduced competition—especially among large digital platforms. In response, they are calling for new regulatory restrictions. Mercatus research suggests that such restrictions could slow the most dynamic sectors of the economy. The research instead recommends a better approach: free markets where robust competition lowers costs, fuels innovation, and expands prosperity for all.
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