Protest Divestment

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Definition: Protest Divestment


Protest Divestment


Full Definition of Protest Divestment


A form of shareholder activism that involves creating financial pressure on a company or nation by selling securities or other assets, in order to encourage changes in policy or behavior. This strategy, similar to a boycott at the retail level, can trigger social changes by drawing attention to controversial issues.


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Definition Sources


Definitions for Protest Divestment 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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