Unregulated Market
/ˌʌnˈrɛɡjʊleɪtɪd ˈmɑːrkɪt/
Definitions
- (n.) A market environment operating without governmental oversight or regulatory compliance requirements.
The unregulated market led to increased risks due to a lack of consumer protections.
Forms
- unregulated market
- unregulated markets
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Commentary
The term highlights the absence of legal controls, often implicating increased risk and legal ambiguity; drafting should clarify the scope and context of regulation referred to.
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