How does the FTC aim to benefit consumers?

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) aims to benefit consumers primarily by preventing monopolistic practices. This is vital because monopolies can lead to a lack of competition in the marketplace, resulting in higher prices, lower quality products, and fewer choices for consumers. The FTC enforces antitrust laws to promote competition and prevent unfair business practices that could harm consumers. By scrutinizing mergers and acquisitions that could create monopolies, and by taking action against companies that engage in anti-competitive behavior, the FTC helps maintain a fair market environment that ultimately benefits consumers through better prices, quality, and innovation in goods and services.