divestiture
noun
the act of divesting.
divestment
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a variation of
divestiture.
Example Sentences
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“There was no update on potential portfolio action, leaving manganese’s longer-term strategic fit unresolved as the aluminum divestment progresses,” it says.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 28, 2026
“However, we believe the asset’s modest scale and Sandfire’s more attractive development opportunities increase the likelihood of divestment which has the potential to monetize strategic importance not reflected in our valuation,” analyst Mitch Ryan says.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 14, 2026
With an unchanged overweight rating on ResMed’s Australia-listed stock, the Jarden analysts write in a note that using proceeds from the US$490 million divestment to implement an accretive buyback shows good capital management.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 9, 2026
The divestment could improve earnings by eliminating losses from the joint venture, she says.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 29, 2026
Of course, for a really careless feeder, still further divestment may be desirable.
From Jonah and Co. by Dornford Yates
