Learn about the financial, regulatory, and operational barriers to entry in business that protect incumbent firms yet challenge new competitors in various industries.

Will Kenton is an expert on the economy and investing laws and regulations. He previously held senior editorial roles at Investopedia and Kapitall Wire and holds a MA in Economics from The New School ...

Adaptation to the unavoidable consequences of climate change has become a necessity globally. However, practitioners, policymakers and scientists encounter and report on many barriers that impede ...

When an existing company doesn't want new competitors to enter the market, it can use a variety of strategies to make it difficult, impossible or prohibitively expensive for its potential rivals.

The Affordable Care Act is improving access to and the affordability of a wide range of health care services. While dental care for children is part of the law’s essential health benefits and state ...

There are several barriers to mental health treatment for minority populations. Barriers can reduce or prevent access to effective care, leading to negative mental health outcomes. Several ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Specialist in global markets, economics and alternative investments. Since the Trump administration unveiled its reciprocal tariff ...