Threat to a Market (Policy Statement)

If the offense presented a risk to the integrity or continued existence of a mar- ket, an upward departure may be warranted. This section is applicable to both private markets (e.g., a financial market, a commodities market, or a market for consumer goods) and public markets (e.g., government contracting). Historical Note Effective November 1, 1991 (amendment 422). Guidelines Manual (November 1, 2024) ║ 555 §8C4.6