Officials said to be looking at whether producers have conspired to increase prices or have held back supply
The justice department has reportedly opened an investigation into what is driving the sharp rise in egg prices, including whether top producers have conspired to increase them.
Officials are also said to be looking at whether companies have held back supply. Their investigation is in its early stages, and may not lead to any formal action, according to the Wall Street Journal, which cited sources familiar with the matter.
About Author
More Stories
European markets soar as Germany moves to lift ‘debt brake’ and raise defence spending
Could Elon Musk’s newfound political influence help him finally crack India?
Nigerian king faces Shell in London high court over decades of oil spills