Meaning of the word "Holding company" in English
What does "Holding company" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
Holding company
US /ˈhoʊldɪŋ ˈkʌmpəni/
UK /ˈhəʊldɪŋ ˈkʌmpəni/
Noun
a company that owns enough voting stock in another company to control its policies and management
Example:
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The new acquisition will become a subsidiary of our main holding company.
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Many large corporations operate through a complex structure of holding companies and subsidiaries.