NEWSLETTER-2020-metin

128 NEWSLETTER 2020 halted in all countries, millions of people have become unemployed, and the capitalist system has encountered one of the most severe crises known to mankind. Although the epidemic has been brought to heel in many countries, it is said that new waves may occur, and this makes the future more uncertain in terms of economic activities. The excessive demand for certain goods unpredictably increased demand, especially for e-commerce items, during the epidemic period. It looks certain that the intense demand upon online sales channels will change market definitions and will lead to a different interpreta- tion of the markets in terms of competition law. In addition, many undertakings, especially supermarkets, will need to make intense ef- forts and take additional measures in order to ensure supply adequacy and security. If a new wave of the outbreak occurs, it seems that supply shortages will be a serious problem, especially in terms of food and cleaning materials. Thus, cooperation between the said undertakings seems inevita- ble. In terms of competition law, this situation brings with it important risks, especially in the realm of information exchange. However, excessive price increases for some basic foods and cleaning products are even more important within the scope of COVID 19. Despite increasing prices, consumers still cannot access certain products. This situation brings along shocking claims. As is found in the entire in world, public opinion in Turkey has placed pressure on the governments to control price increases. It is seen that the Competi- tion Authority is also playing an important role in investigations initi- ated, as well as forming new regulations for control of the excessive price increases and the fight against stockpiling during the COVID 19 process in Turkey. It seems that the effects of COVID 19 will appear more clearly in the upcoming period. In terms of competition law, this will also require the adoption of a new sanction policy. Therefore, after the epidemic, it will be inevitable that issues, such as abuse of dominant positions, excessive prices and refusal of giving goods, will come under intense scrutiny on the agenda. Likewise, the competition authorities in many