monopoly power

monopoly power
USA
The ability of one company acting alone to control prices or exclude competition in a particular market. While a number of factors may be considered in assessing whether a company has monopoly power, a company's market share in the relevant market is particularly important.

Practical Law Dictionary. Glossary of UK, US and international legal terms. . 2010.

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