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Solas Economics is an independent economic consultancy specialising in competition and economic regulation. Founded by Hamish Forsyth and Eiki Ragnarsson, we draw on our extensive, complementary experience and competencies to bring rigorous, evidence-based advice and analysis to private and public sector clients.
Competition economics
We advise on the full range of competition policy matters: mergers, abuse of dominance, cartels, restrictive practices, market studies, state aid and economic regulation. We are a senior team and work hands-on with clients and legal counsel at every stage, combining sound strategic judgement with rigorous technical analysis and the experience to spot and solve issues early.
Economic regulation
We advise on the introduction, implementation and adaptation of regulatory frameworks, including price controls, market design, policy design and appraisal, tariffs, benchmarking and cost-benefit analysis. We work hands-on across a mix of private and public sector clients, bringing senior-level judgement to bear to ensure sector regulation that works in the real world.
Solas was built on a simple idea: great results and great client relationships shouldn’t come at the cost of enjoying the work. We provide hands-on, senior-level advice on every engagement, and we’re focused on delivering the highest value and best possible outcomes for our clients.
“Hamish can distil the issues quickly and provides clear and incisive advice…. He gauges the right level of detail and approach for the client and the case. Further, he is responsive, accessible and an all-round a pleasure to deal with.”
William Fry LLP Competition Team
“Eiki’s advice had a real impact on our cases. He is quick at spotting key economic issues and translating complex economic analysis into terms the whole case team can understand.”
Guðmundur Haukur Guðmundsson
(Division Manager, Icelandic Competition Authority)
News and insights
Solas Economics launches in Ireland
Solas Economics, a boutique competition and regulatory economics consultancy co-founded by Hamish Forsyth and Eiki Ragnarsson, officially launched this week. Hamish brings over 20 years’ experience in competition economics, having led complex…
The EC’s new study on dynamic effects of mergers: what it means for horizontal deals
This week the European Commission published its study on the dynamic effects of mergers. The study is intended as an input into the Commission’s updated merger guidelines and reflects a…