Economics B A-Level
Mergers and takeovers
What Mergers and takeovers means in Economics B A-Level, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definition of Mergers and takeovers
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Reference: Pearson Edexcel
Combinations of firms that regulatory bodies control to prevent the creation of monopolies that could abuse their dominant market position.
Topics that use Mergers and takeovers
- Business regulation (Pearson Edexcel A-Level)
Related terms
- Asymmetric information and market failure
- Consumer protection
- Consumer protection legislation and standards
- Franchising
- Market power
- Natural monopoly
- Anti-competitive practices
- Business costs
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