21.   But the agency warned that it would monitor the industry and act if it sees evidence the combinations are reducing competition, raising prices, or threatening consumer choice.

22.   But they warn that government attempts to fix the problem could end up actually reducing competition and raising fare prices.

23.   But the new partnerships have reduced competition by driving other airlines out of the market.

24.   Columbus may buy more Capital One shares in the future, he said, as industry consolidation reduces competition.

25.   Consumer advocates cheered the action, agreeing with the FTC that elimination of one of the three players in the superstore segment would reduce competition.

26.   Critics say the changes could drive some dealers out of the market, reducing competition and raising costs as a result.

27.   Delays in funding new projects would reduce competition, analysts said.

28.   European regulators were concerned that it would reduce competition for Internet access.

29.   Federal officials will ask whether losing a third aircraft manufacturer will reduce competition, and ultimately raise prices for Pentagon purchases.

30.   Fox and others predicted that federal antitrust regulators would scrutinize the deal for signs the combined company could use its substantial market power to reduce competition and raise prices.