Non-price competition
What Non-price competition means in Economics GCSE, as defined for AQA, Pearson Edexcel.
Definitions of Non-price competition
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Reference: AQA
Competition such as branding, loyalty schemes and product differentiation that firms prefer over price wars, often leading to price rigidity.
Competition between firms through methods such as extensive advertising, branding or customer service rather than through price.
Competing through advertising, branding and product differentiation to maintain market share and customer loyalty.
Attracting customers by improving product quality, offering better customer service, or investing in advertising.
Rivalry between firms based on factors other than price, such as branding, advertising, or customer service.
Topics that use Non-price competition
- Competitive markets (AQA GCSE)
- Non-competitive markets (AQA GCSE)
- Business competition (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)
Related terms
- Barriers to entry
- Monopoly
- Oligopoly
- Competition
- Competitive market
- Competitive markets
- Consumer choice
- Consumer welfare
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