Corporate Takeover

A corporate takeover occurs when one company acquires control of another company, usually by purchasing enough shares to gain decision-making power. This can happen through a friendly agreement, where both companies negotiate, or a hostile approach, where the acquiring company bypasses management and targets shareholders directly. Takeovers are often motivated by desires to expand market share, acquire new technologies, or eliminate competition. They can impact employees, shareholders, and the market, and are regulated by laws to ensure fair practices. Essentially, a takeover shifts control of a company from its current owners to another entity seeking to influence its operations.