unbundling

British

/ ʌnˈbʌndlɪŋ /

noun

commerce the takeover of a large conglomerate with a view to retaining the core business and selling off some of the subsidiaries to help finance the takeover

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unbundling

For customers, the unbundling of premium seats might offer a few advantages.

From MarketWatch ● Aug. 13, 2026

He said that before Spirit began unbundling its fees, it was struggling and fairly directionless.

From Slate ● Oct. 15, 2024

Airlines say that by "unbundling" extras such as food and drink or cabin baggage from the ticket price, travellers get more choice and cheaper fares overall.

From BBC ● Aug. 19, 2023

Such an unbundling, though, could risk leaving other sports on lower-profile platforms.

From Seattle Times ● Jun. 16, 2023

They dumped their loads and began unbundling them.

From Acid Bath by Herman B. Vestal

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