According to Porter's Five Forces framework, when do industry conditions become more advantageous for companies operating within that sector?

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When customers have significant bargaining strengthWhen suppliers possess strong influenceWhen the risk of new competitors entering is minimalWhen the threat from alternative products is substantialWhen rivalry among existing competitors is intense

Explanation

In Porter's Five Forces model, industry conditions are generally less favorable when the threat of substitutes is high, as this increases competition and limits profitability. Therefore, a high threat from substitutes indicates more challenging conditions for firms.