Cartel Deterrence

This module is presented as a roundtable discussion on the economics of sanctions as a deterrent to cartel behavior. The topics addressed include an introduction to the economics of crime, what types of sanctions should be employed, whether the firm or its agents should be punished, and whether the availability of private damages should be considered.

Year published: 2021

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Related ICN Work Product

Module II-2: Introduction to Cartels

Cartel Enforcement Building Blocks Report

2010 Trends and Developments in Cartel Enforcement

Links to Chapters in the ICN Anti-Cartel Enforcement Manual:

• Drafting and Implementing an Effective Leniency Policy
• Cartel Case Initiation
• Investigative Strategy
• Cartel Awareness, Outreach & Compliance
• International Cooperation and Information Sharing

For more of the ICN’s anti-cartel enforcement work, see the Cartel Working Group’s homepage.