Interlocking Directorates in United States

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Boards of directors of two or more corporations having one or more directors in common. Through this method of control, the will of the common dominant stockholders is executed. See board of directors (in U.S. law).

(Revised by Ann De Vries)

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Interlocking Directorates (Acquisitions)

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Interlocking Directorates (Joint Ventures)

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Interlocking Directorates (Mergers)

This section introduces, discusses and describes the basics of interlocking directorates. Then, cross references and a brief overview about Mergers is provided. Finally, the subject of Antitrust, Trade Law in relation with interlocking directorates is examined. Note that a list of cross references, bibliography and other resources appears at the end of this entry.