Price Manipulation
/ˈpraɪs ˌmænɪˈpjuːleɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The intentional act of artificially influencing the price of goods, securities, or commodities to create a false or misleading appearance of supply or demand.
The regulator investigated the company for price manipulation in the commodities market.
Forms
- price manipulation
- price manipulations
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Commentary
Typically involves deceptive practices to distort market prices; distinguish from lawful pricing strategies.
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