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Layoffs

The dismissal of employees by a company, usually for business reasons such as cost cutting rather than performance.

Also called layoffjob cutsredundancies

Why it matters

Large layoffs signal trouble in a company or industry and affect local economies.

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Bankruptcy

A legal process for people or companies that cannot repay their debts, in which assets are sold or debts restructured under court supervision.

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Revenue

The total money a company earns from selling goods or services before any costs are subtracted.

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Quarterly results

A public company's report of its revenue, profit and outlook for a three-month period.

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Merger

The combination of two companies into one, often negotiated alongside an acquisition, where one company buys another.

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