Which one of the following does not intensify the competitive pressures associated with the threat of entry?

A$.$

Newcomers can expect to earn attractive profits, and a number of outsiders have the expertise and resources to hurdle past whatever entry barriers exist.

B$.$

Incumbent firms are unable or unwilling to launch competitive initiatives to strongly contest the entry of newcomers.

C$.$

Existing industry members are looking to expand their market reach by entering product segments or geographic areas where they currently do not have a presence.

D$.$

Industry members are struggling to earn good profits.

E$.$

Entry barriers are relatively low.