Yahoo

Definition

Yahoo is an American web services provider that was one of the pioneers in the early internet era, offering a variety of services including a search engine, web portal, email, and news. It has gone through several mergers and acquisitions over the years, notably its acquisition by Verizon Communications in 2017.

Related terms

Merger: A merger is when two companies combine to form one entity to leverage synergies and strengthen market position.

Acquisition: An acquisition is when one company purchases most or all of another company's shares to gain control over it.

Organizational Structure: This refers to how a company arranges its lines of authority and communications, along with how it distributes responsibilities across the organization