merger
Meaning: The combination of two or more companies or organisations into a single entity, typically through mutual agreement.
A merger differs from an acquisition in that it implies a more equal combining of entities, though in practice one party often dominates. Mergers are subject to regulatory approval, particularly from competition authorities. The phrase 'mergers and acquisitions' (M&A) describes the corporate finance activity of buying, selling, and combining companies.
Examples
- The merger between the two banks created one of the largest financial institutions in Europe. 两家银行的合并创建了欧洲最大的金融机构之一。La fusión de los dos bancos creó una de las mayores entidades financieras de Europa.その2行の合併により、ヨーロッパ最大級の金融機関が誕生した。두 은행의 합병으로 유럽 최대 규모의 금융기관 중 하나가 탄생했다.
- Regulators blocked the proposed merger on competition grounds. 监管机构以竞争为由否决了拟议的合并。Los reguladores bloquearon la fusión propuesta por motivos de competencia.規制当局は競争上の理由から提案された合併を阻止した。규제 당국은 경쟁상의 이유로 제안된 합병을 불허했다.
- The merger is expected to generate significant cost savings through economies of scale. 预计该合并将通过规模经济产生显著的成本节约。Se espera que la fusión genere ahorros de costes significativos gracias a las economías de escala.この合併は規模の経済を通じて大幅なコスト削減を生むと期待されている。이번 합병은 규모의 경제를 통해 상당한 비용 절감을 창출할 것으로 기대된다.
Pronunciation
Usage Guide
Context: professional, media
Tone: neutral
Origin & History
From Anglo-French merger (to merge, plunge), from Latin mergere (to dip, immerse). The business sense developed in the 19th century.
Cultural Context
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
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