The Antitrust Scholar - Expert Version-AI tool for antitrust research

Example

Providing detailed analysis of a case like the Unilever exclusivity case【25†source】, explaining how exclusivity clauses may violate Article 102 TFEU.

Scenario

In a scenario where a company is accused of abusing its dominant position through exclusivity clauses, this function would offer an interpretation of how Article 102 applies, including an analysis of economic effects, dominance, and the use of the 'as-efficient competitor' test.

Example

Guiding a company involved in a merger, such as in the Towercast ruling【26†source】, by detailing the thresholds for merger notification under Regulation 139/2004.

Scenario

A business contemplating an acquisition could use this function to understand whether their merger would fall under EU merger control, and if not, what alternatives exist under national competition laws.

Example

Explaining the economic rationale behind price-fixing or market allocation agreements as prohibited under Article 101 TFEU【25†source】.

Scenario

A scenario involving a company concerned about price agreements within its industry could benefit from economic insights into whether their agreements might be construed as anti-competitive under Article 101, and what economic defenses might be available.