Competition Commission of Pakistan busts cement sector cartel
Companies’ profits soared up to 800%, did not pass benefit of duty cut on to consumers
Domestic dispatches remain high, turnaround in exports witnessed. PHOTO: FILE
ISLAMABAD:
The Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) said on Tuesday that it found “hardcore evidence” of All Pakistan Cement Manufacturers Association (APCMA) acting as a cartel and its decision to fix cement prices through unlawful process led to 100% to 800% increase in gross profits.
Members of the CCP announced findings of an inquiry launched in May this year. The CCP inquiry revealed that the cement manufacturers collectively decided to increase prices in the range of Rs45 to Rs50 per bag, which forced consumers to pay an additional Rs40 billion in the past one year alone.
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