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An oligopoly is a market structure in which a few firms dominate the industry. These firms have significant market power and can influence prices. In Malaysia, there are several industries that are considered oligopolies, including: The telecommunications industry: A few large firms, such as Maxis and Digi, dominate the Malaysian telecommunications market. The banking industry: A few large banks, such as Maybank, CIMB, and Public Bank, dominate the Malaysian banking market. The automotive industry: The Malaysian automotive market is dominated by a few large firms, such as Proton and Perodua. The media industry: A few large media firms, such as Astro and Media Prima, dominate the Malaysian media market. Oligopolies can have significant market power and can influence prices. They can also lead to less competition and potentially higher prices for consumers. It's worth noting that the level of concentration in an oligopoly can vary over time, as firms enter or exit the market and as m...