Horizontal Merger

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Definition: Horizontal Merger


Horizontal Merger

Quick Summary of Horizontal Merger


Merger of two or more companies with similar product lines.




Examples of Horizontal Merger in a sentence


You may be involved in a horizontal merger and will need to make sure you end up on the right side.

Consumers can expect much higher prices on cable and internet services due to the horizontal merger of Sprint and AT&T.

The horizontal merger was great because we were able to collaborate and bounce ideas off each other to produce one optimal product.


Related Phrases


vertical merger


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Definition Sources


Definitions for Horizontal Merger 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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