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Holding Company

A holding company is a type of business organization that owns a controlling interest in other companies' outstanding stock or assets. It typically does not produce goods or services on its own but rather controls the operations and activities of its subsidiary companies.

Sense 1: Business Organization

Noun: A holding company is formed to control or manage the assets and operations of other companies.

Example sentences:

1. The holding company acquired several subsidiaries to expand its reach in the market.
2. Many multinational corporations have a holding company structure to manage their diverse investments.

Sense 2: Financial Investment

Noun: Holding company refers to a company that holds a significant amount of shares in other companies as a long-term investment.

Example sentences:

1. The billionaire investor's holding company has a stake in numerous tech startups.
2. Investing in a holding company can provide diversification and potential tax benefits.

Sense 3: Legal Entity

Noun: Holding company can also refer to a legal entity that owns and manages intellectual property, patents, or trademarks.

Example sentences:

1. The holding company protects its intellectual property by registering multiple patents.
2. He formed a holding company to secure and monetize his artistic creations.

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