Merger
Combination of two companies into single entity.
Real World
The 2016 merger of Asda and Sainsbury's was proposed to create a supermarket with 31% market share to compete with Tesco, though it was ultimately blocked by the Competition and Markets Authority.
Exam Focus
Distinguish merger from acquisition in answers — mergers are mutual agreements; always discuss synergy and regulatory risk for higher marks.
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