Divestiture techniques

Andrew Papadopoulos and Russell Fralich

Chapter 49 in Elgar Encyclopedia of Mergers and Acquisitions, 2026, pp 126-128 from Edward Elgar Publishing

Abstract: This chapter outlines various divestiture techniques, such as spin-offs, split-offs, carve-outs, sell-offs, management buyouts, liquidations and tracking stocks. It discusses the strategic motivations, financial implications and structural outcomes associated with these methods, emphasizing their use in realigning corporate strategies, raising capital and unlocking shareholder value.

Keywords: Divestiture; Spin-off; Split-off; Sell-off; Carve-out; Tracking stock; Liquidation; Management buyout; MBO; Initial public offerings; IPO (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2026
ISBN: 9781800880856
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