forestalling the market

forestalling the market
Buying victuals on their way to market before they reach it, with intent to sell them again at a higher price, or in dissuading persons from buying merchandise there; every practice or device by act, word, or news to enhance the price of victuals or other merchandise. 36 Am J1st Monop etc. § 20.

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