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proxy fight
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Noun1.proxy fight - a measure used by an acquirer to gain control of a takeover target; acquirer tries to persuade other shareholders that the management of the target should be replaced
takeover attempt - an attempt to take control of a corporation
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Another way to anticipate potential issues is to perform self-analyses to understand factors that may make the company the target of a proxy contest or an attractive takeover candidate.
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If we have not concluded an agreement within the next three weeks, we will be compelled to take our case directly to your shareholders, including the initiation of a proxy contest to elect an alternative slate of directors," Ballmer said.
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Prior to the proxy contest, the two funds had engaged the former management in discussions about the direction of the company, including divesting its precision components group.
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