divesture

/dɪˈvɛstɪtʃər/

Definitions

1. noun

The act of selling or giving up the ownership or control of a business or asset, often to reduce debt or financial risk.

“The company underwent a divestiture of its international operations to focus on domestic markets.”

Synonyms

  • disinvestment
  • unwinding

Antonyms

  • acquisition
  • investment