Brazil releases study on cement cartel overpricing, economic impact
( November 12, 2025, 16:56 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex summary: Brazil’s competition authority has published a working paper estimating the overpricing caused by cement cartels between 1994 and 2007. Using a Difference-in-Differences methodology, the study finds that prices fell by an average of 2 percent after a 2007 enforcement action, generating approximately 11.8 billion reais in savings for consumers through 2022. The analysis underscores the effectiveness of antitrust policy in fostering competitive markets and improving societal welfare.Statement follows below in Portuguese. See attached file....
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