shark repellent

• Estratégia defensiva ou medida usada por uma empresa para evitar uma tentativa indesejada de aquisição por outra empresa ou pessoa.

A defensive strategy or measure used by a company to deter or prevent an unwanted takeover attempt by another company or individual.

1. Literal shark deterrentB2formal

   A substance or device used to deter sharks from approaching or attacking.

   Repelente de tubarões

   • Divers often carry shark repellent for safety.
   • The new shark repellent device emits an electronic field.
   • Some swimmers use chemical shark repellent in high-risk areas.

2. Anti-takeover strategyC1formal

   A tactic used by a company to make itself less attractive to a hostile takeover bid.

   Estratégia antiaquisição hostil

   • The board implemented a shark repellent to block the acquisition.
   • Issuing new shares is a common shark repellent strategy.
   • The company's shark repellent measures included a poison pill.