monopolistic
Americanadjective
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The Dutch Stichting Massaschade & Consument consumer group is suing Sony for forcing PlayStation owners to buy from the PlayStation Store, alleging monopolistic practices that drive up the price of digital goods.
From Barron's ● Aug. 28, 2026
When the DOJ first filed suit in 2024, it targeted an array of the conglomerate’s monopolistic tactics.
From Slate ● Mar. 10, 2026
But, so far, Fanatics hasn’t faced much scrutiny either by federal regulators or in Congress, and the company hasn’t hit any major setbacks in the cases in which it’s accused of monopolistic practices.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 22, 2026
These intermediaries have created unnecessary complexity and costs, all while profiting from a monopolistic model that limits a company from communicating directly with its shareholders.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 23, 2025
He took on big, monopolistic companies, deeming them “hurtful to the general welfare.”
From "Death on the River of Doubt" by Samantha Seiple
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