Scorched-earth policy

A Reaction to a Takeover attempt that involves liquidating valuable assets and assuming liabilities in an effort to make the proposed Takeover unattractive to the acquiring company.

Related Terms: 8 Asset, Action, Dating, Liquid, Quid, Reaction, Ring, Takeover

Other Related Pages: Category: Mergers_and_Acquisitions Starting With: S

Additional Related Terms: 10-Q, 10-K, Active asset, Allowance for depreciation, Alternative assets, Asset, Asset/equity ratio, Available assets, Active account, Asset management account