Proxy Fight

/ˈprɑːksi faɪt/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A contest for control of a corporation, where opposing groups solicit shareholder votes by proxy to elect directors or decide issues.
    The shareholders were divided in the proxy fight over who should serve on the board.

Forms

  • proxy fights

Commentary

A proxy fight often arises during attempts to change corporate leadership without physical meetings, emphasizing strategic solicitation of shareholder proxies.

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