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A cartel is a group of competitors who cooperate to control a market and manipulate prices.

Cartels often form in industries where oversupply leads to low prices and reduced profits.

They work together to set production levels, fix prices, and divide market shares among themselves.

The most notorious cartel in history was the Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC).

Cartels in the illegal drug trade are responsible for dominating global drug markets and influencing drug prices.

The tobacco industry has also seen significant illegal cartels operating to control markets and suppress competition.

Cartels can lead to economic distortion, reduced competition, and consumer harm through higher prices and lower quality.

Regulatory bodies and governments worldwide are constantly battling to dismantle and regulate cartels.

The use of digital platforms has made it easier for modern cartels to form and operate, often with more complexity.

Cartels can manipulate supply chains, creating shortages or excess of goods to drive prices up or down as desired.

The formation of cartels is a complex issue, often entwined with political, economic, and social factors.

Cartels have been found in various sectors including pharmaceuticals, automotive spare parts, and even luxury goods.

Illegal cartels can face severe penalties and sanctions, including fines, imprisonment, and asset forfeiture.

The European Union takes a strong stance against cartels, actively investigating and prosecuting them through its competition laws.

In the digital age, cartels must adapt by leveraging technology for communication and coordination, but this also facilitates easier discovery by law enforcement.

Cartels often use offshore companies and shell corporations to hide their activities and assets, complicating law enforcement efforts.

Transparency and strong anti-monopoly laws are crucial in preventing cartels from forming and operating.

The existence of cartels not only harms consumers but also can lead to reduced innovation and economic inefficiency.

Cartels are a persistent challenge for global regulatory bodies, requiring constant vigilance and legal innovation to counter their activities.