dishonest trading
[/dɪsˈɒnɪst ˈtreɪdɪŋ/]
noun
comércio desonesto
1. Commercial or business activity conducted with fraud, deception, or violation of trust; engaging in trade with intent to deceive or mislead customers or business partners
The company was fined for dishonest trading practices that misled consumers about product quality.
A empresa foi multada por práticas de comércio desonesto que enganaram consumidores sobre a qualidade do produto.
2. Illegal or unethical business conduct including false advertising, price manipulation, or misrepresentation of goods
Dishonest trading undermines consumer trust and can result in criminal prosecution.
O comércio desonesto prejudica a confiança do consumidor e pode resultar em acusação criminal.
In Brazil, dishonest trading is heavily regulated by the Consumer Protection Code (Código de Defesa do Consumidor), and enforcement is taken seriously by PROCON agencies. In the USA, the FTC (Federal Trade Commission) combats such practices. The term carries strong legal implications in both countries and can result in significant fines and reputational damage.
NYC Slang
shady business / running a con
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