The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) seeks to protect consumers and competition by preventing anticompetitive, deceptive, and unfair business practices through law enforcement, advocacy, and education.

The FTC is the only federal agency with both consumer protection and competition jurisdiction in broad sectors of the economy. The FTC pursues vigorous and effective law enforcement; advances consumers’ interests by sharing its expertise with federal and state legislatures and U.S. and international government agencies; develops policy and research tools through hearings, workshops, and conferences; and creates practical and plain-language educational programs for consumers and businesses in a global marketplace with constantly changing technologies. FTC’s work is performed by the Bureaus of Consumer Protection, Competition, and Economics. That work is aided by the Office of General Counsel and seven regional offices.

In New Mexico (NM), the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) enforces federal consumer protection and antitrust laws to prevent unfair, deceptive, or anticompetitive business practices. While the FTC does not have state-specific regulations, its authority extends to all states, including NM. The FTC's jurisdiction covers a wide range of economic sectors and it works to protect consumers by investigating and taking action against companies that violate these laws. The FTC also engages in advocacy, policy development, and education to promote fair competition and informed consumer choices. The agency's efforts are supported by its Bureaus of Consumer Protection, Competition, and Economics, as well as the Office of General Counsel and regional offices. New Mexico businesses and consumers are subject to the FTC's regulations and can benefit from the resources and protections it provides.