Predatory Pricing
/ˈprɛdətɔːri ˈpraɪsɪŋ/
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- (n.) The practice of setting prices extremely low with the intent to eliminate competitors and later raise prices to recoup losses.
The court found the company's predatory pricing strategy violated antitrust laws.
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Commentary
Predatory pricing cases often require proof of intent and a likelihood of recouping losses through raised prices post-competition.
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