The Sherman Anti-Trust Law.
I believe you're looking for antitrust laws
Price fixing (it is illegal).
Price fixing is when companies that have the same products in common come together to agree to a set price. Price fixing is fair and is in the best interest of being socially responsible by protecting the market from becoming a monopoly.
price fixing
To maximise profits.
To prevent price instability and fluctuations so that companies don't lose money.
An agreement between different companies to charge the same amount for a product or service is known as "price-fixing" whereby rival companies agree not to sell goods below a certain price.
When companies agree to set prices artificially high.
Price Fixng or Cartel.
Price fixing can create a stable market environment, allowing businesses to predict revenue and manage costs more effectively. It can also lead to higher profit margins for companies involved, as they can avoid price wars that typically erode profitability. Additionally, price fixing can enhance product quality and service consistency when companies collaborate to uphold standards. However, it's important to note that price fixing is often illegal and can lead to significant legal repercussions.
This is called price-fixing, which is illegal as it reduces competition and can harm consumers by limiting choices and potentially leading to inflated prices.
So that they could all make more money.