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This article discusses the merger of American Airlines and US Airways. It states that when this merger is completed, they will then have the control of 75% of the market, making the market an oligopoly. This decision is met with skepticism, with the constant question being asked "So I'll ask again, is there one, just one, example of deregulation working in consumers' favor?" It brings in the opinion of a Harvard professor who states that we have been enjoying low fares for years now.

Another merger that was going to and is in the process of happening is one between Corona beer and Budweiser. Both brands wanted to merge and this is obviously already in an oligopoly market therefore they would account for nearly 46% of sales. However this has been met with opposition, with appeals from the government.

Abu Dhabi's two biggest developers have agreed to become one, controlling US$13 billion (Dh47.7bn) in property assets that include some of the capital's leading landmarks. The merger of Aldar Properties and Sorouh Real Estate creates the country's second biggest developer. Abu Dhabi's new property giant could breathe life into stalled projects.

This article talks about how major publishing companies are planning on merging in order to combat the very different marketplace of books. Random House and Penguin's merge has further narrowed the amount of major publishers that are left in the market.

This article states that "the ride for airline passengers is going to get... more expensive" because of the merging of existing airlines. Currently, only three giants exist thus creating an oligopoly.