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Corporate raider

Term · Law · MLC-T-LAW-001320

An investor or entity that pursues a hostile takeover of a corporation by acquiring a controlling interest in its stock. The objective is often to gain control of the target company's board of directors and then implement changes, such as restructuring or liquidating assets, for a quick profit. Defensive tactics used by target companies include poison pills and white knight arrangements.

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IdentifierMLC-T-LAW-001320
FieldLaw
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  "definition": "An investor or entity that pursues a hostile takeover of a corporation by acquiring a controlling interest in its stock. The objective is often to gain control of the target company's board of directors and then implement changes, such as restructuring or liquidating assets, for a quick profit. Defensive tactics used by target companies include poison pills and white knight arrangements.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/law/corporate-raider/"
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