Takeover

usgb/ˈteɪkəʊvər/
noun

The act of gaining control of a company by buying most of its shares.

The small tech startup is facing a takeover from a larger corporation.
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Often appears as...

  • hostile takeover
  • corporate takeover
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Business Strategy

Used when discussing strategies in business contexts, often involving financial movements.

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Their aggressive takeover strategy allowed them to dominate the market quickly.
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Not Always Hostile

'Takeover' doesn't necessarily imply hostility; it can be agreed upon amicably.

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The company welcomed the takeover as it promised more growth opportunities.
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Financial News

Commonly used in financial news to describe mergers and acquisitions.

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The news announced a major takeover of a European mobile operator by an American telecom giant.
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