Corporate Actions
Takeover
Definition
What is Takeover?
An acquisitionThe purchase of control or ownership of a company or business. that results in one party gaining control of another company.
Example in practice
How This Looks in Practice
An investorA person or organisation that commits capital with the expectation of a financial return. group launches a takeover bid for a listed manufacturer.
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