Publications – Competition and Consumer

An analysis of the meaning of 'competition' in New Zealand and Australia confirming competition is the absence of market power to set prices or other terms and conditions of trade, and that such absence of market power can result from constraints imposed by either rivals or customers.READ MORE

Trade associations through which competitors meet and discuss issues of joint concern and share knowledge of market conditions and activities. How does the Act apply to them.READ MORE

A guide to dealing with Commerce Commission investigations.READ MORE

Where does the law stand after the Privy Council decision in Carter Holt.READ MORE

The key principles applied by the Commerce Commission in considering applications for clearance and authorisation.READ MORE

When does conduct by a firm with market power fall within the test for section 36, and can be considered to amount to 'misuse' of market power?READ MORE

How do New Zealand and Australian competition laws apply to franchises. READ MORE

An examination of how the sharing of price information between competitors may fall foul of trade practices laws and a comparison between trade practices laws in New Zealand and Australia.READ MORE