Is monopsony worse than monopoly?

Update: 2025-05-15

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Welcome to the world of monopsony - where sellers, not buyers, get the raw deal.

So, how does this impact me as a consumer?

Then, the link between productivity and a pay increase.

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Emilia Terzon - ABC national business reporter

Matthew McKenzie - Energy and economics reporter with the West Australian

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