ANTITRUST AND THE MULTIVALUED FUNCT

This book argues that antitrust doctrine has not consolidated a concept of competition that is legally coherent and socially adequate, and explores this question from a global perspective, using Brazil as a case study.

Format: Hardback
Publication date: 02 December 2021
Publisher: BLOOMSBURY ACADEMIC

Although our primary focus is on Brazilian antitrust, we acknowledge its close connection to the international debate. This book makes a compelling argument that antitrust doctrine has yet to establish a coherent and socially relevant concept of competition. To illustrate this point, it raises three crucial questions: What has been done in the past to shape the antitrust landscape? What are the gaps and missing elements in current antitrust practices? What potential solutions or strategies can be implemented to enhance competition and promote social well-being?

To further explore these questions, the book takes Brazil as a case study, providing a comprehensive analysis from a global perspective. By examining the specific challenges and developments in Brazil's antitrust regime, it sheds light on the broader implications and lessons that can be applied to other countries. The book emphasizes the importance of a balanced approach that considers both legal coherence and social adequacy in shaping antitrust policies. It suggests that a more holistic and interdisciplinary approach is necessary to address the complex dynamics of competition and ensure that antitrust laws work in favor of consumers, businesses, and society as a whole.

Through its insightful analysis and practical recommendations, this book offers valuable insights for policymakers, practitioners, and scholars interested in antitrust law and competition policy. It serves as a timely reminder that the development and enforcement of antitrust laws should be guided by a clear understanding of the goals and objectives of competition law, as well as by a commitment to promoting social well-being and economic growth.

Weight: 548g
Dimension: 227 x 157 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781509956050