Singapore Power (SP) is the only operator in the domestic electricity market in Singapore. Electricity distribution generally is associated with extremely high economies of scale because of the infrastructure (a nationwide power grid) needed to deliver power to individual households. Using the theory and models of market structure, examine this firm. Should government be worried about any aspect of how a firm under this market structure will perform? What should government do to address such worries?

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