Creeping Takeover

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Definition: Creeping Takeover


Creeping Takeover


Full Definition of Creeping Takeover


Gradual acquisitions of the shares of a company with the goal of gaining a controlling interest. Shares are purchased over a long period of time in an effort to keep the share price down. There are typically limitations before how far the strategy can be used before a formal bid on the company must be placed.


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Definition Sources


Definitions for Creeping Takeover are sourced/syndicated and enhanced from:

  • A Dictionary of Economics (Oxford Quick Reference)
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Accounting
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Business & Management

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