Sherman Act Sharing of Information

The video tutorial discusses the sharing of information among competitors under Section 1 of the Sherman Act. It explains how such sharing can be considered a horizontal restraint and potentially anti-competitive if it aims to restrain trade. The intent of the parties is crucial in determining legality, with courts using the rule of reason to assess competitive effects. Factors like the nature of information, actions taken, and market structure are evaluated. The availability of information and its impact on market power are also considered. Pro-competitive justifications are weighed against anti-competitive effects to determine legality.

In what ways can the availability of information indicate whether it is anti-competitive?

What is the significance of market structure in assessing the impact of information sharing?