Horizontal Market

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Definition of 'Horizontal Market'

A market diversified so that the products created are able to meet the needs of more than one industry.
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Investopedia explains 'Horizontal Market'

The profitability for companies producing goods in a horizontal market is determined more by internal rather than external factors, as their products are commonly used. An example of a horizontal market is the demand and production of plastic pellets.

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