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Definition of 'Cost Synergy'

In the context of mergers, cost synergy is the savings in operating costs expected after two companies that compliment each other's strengths join.
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Investopedia explains 'Cost Synergy'

The savings in operating costs usually come in the form of laying off employees. Often this term is used in press releases to add a politically correct spin to bad news.

For example, the CEO might say "While these reductions and closures are difficult actions to take because of the employees involved, I am confident that we will achieve at least $10 million of synergies as a result."

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