Preliminaries; CONTENTS; I Introduction; II The Harm from Cartels; III A Growing Public Awareness; IV Discovering Cartels Investigative Tools; V Sanctions against Cartel Conduct; VI International Co operation in Cartel Cases; VII Conclusions and Recommendations; VIII Next Steps; Notes; Annex A Selected Cartel Cases; Annex B Recommendation of the Council Concerning Effective Action against Hard Core Cartels;
Summary
This book reviews progress in the fight against hard core cartels. The OECD has been leading an international effort to halt cartel conduct since adopting its 1998 Recommendation concerning effective action against hard core cartels. This report quantifies the harm caused by cartels and identifies improved methods of investigation. It examines progress in strengthening sanctions against businesses and individuals