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Updated · The Real Deal · Jun 14
New York AG Investigates Compass for Antitrust Violations in Manhattan Market
Updated
Updated · The Real Deal · Jun 14

New York AG Investigates Compass for Antitrust Violations in Manhattan Market

1 articles · Updated · The Real Deal · Jun 14

Summary

  • Compass is under investigation by the New York State Attorney General for possible antitrust violations, a probe tied to the brokerage’s dominant share in some markets including Manhattan.
  • Jonathan Miller said the case matters beyond Compass because it could test how regulators view concentration and competitive practices in residential real estate.
  • The investigation surfaced alongside a week of major property-industry developments, underscoring how scrutiny of brokerage power is joining financing, litigation and luxury-sales stories as a key sector theme.

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