Why it matters
Large layoffs signal trouble in a company or industry and affect local economies.
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More Business terms
Merger
The combination of two companies into one, often negotiated alongside an acquisition, where one company buys another.
Acquisition
The purchase of one company by another, giving the buyer control of the target's business.
Bankruptcy
A legal process for people or companies that cannot repay their debts, in which assets are sold or debts restructured under court supervision.
Quarterly results
A public company's report of its revenue, profit and outlook for a three-month period.
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