A hostile takeover occurs when one organization buys enough of the shares of another company to take control of the company even though that company may be opposed to the takeover.

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A hostile takeover is an acquisition in which the target company does not support the merger or acquisition, but the acquiring company still purchases enough shares to gain control.

A Hostile Takeover Occurs When One Organization Buys Enough of the Shares