Apparently we need a third supermarket chain to create more competition and reduce the price of food. While it might generate marginal savings, it is likely to have a net detrimental impact on the economy and people's health. In Australia, a 2024 Guardian article informs of a new report into supermarket power. The government-commissioned report … Continue reading A third supermarket chain? Yeah – nah
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A quadopoly – reforming supermarkets in Australia
Supermarket shoppers in Aotearoa are aware what a duopoly is - that's what we have here with the two big supermarket chains. Australia has a quadopoly (if that is a word). This Guardian article informs of a new report into supermarket power in Australia. The government commissioned report identifies “a heavy imbalance in market power … Continue reading A quadopoly – reforming supermarkets in Australia