demerger
/diːˈmɜːrɡər/
Definition
The process of separating a division or subsidiary from a larger parent company to form a distinct, independent business entity.
Etymology
The word is formed from the prefix 'de-' (meaning off, away, or reversal) combined with 'merger', which stems from the Latin 'mergere' meaning 'to dip or plunge'. In business English, it serves as the functional opposite of a merger, signaling the act of unbundling a corporation.
In the news
The article uses the term to adjust financial performance figures, specifically to show how Reliance Retail's revenue growth would look if the consumer brands business were still part of the calculations. It is used here as a benchmark to ensure a consistent year-over-year comparison of business performance.
Reliance Industries Q1 PAT grows 6% YoY; revenue climbs 25%
Read the full article ↗Business Standard