Practice mode Basic of Economics

In equities, what is the term for a firm with two divisions that may split into two companies, giving original shareholders two shares for every old share?

Correct answer D. Butterfly

Explanation

In market slang, a butterfly describes a company that may split in two, with each original share becoming one share in each of the new firms.

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