Split-Off

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	Definition of 'Split-Off' A type of corporate reorganization whereby the stock of a subsidiary is exchanged for shares in a parent company.
	Investopedia explains 'Split-Off' This is a somewhat rare situation. For example, Viacom announced a split off of its interest in Blockbuster in 2004 whereby Viacom offered its shareholders stock in Blockbuster in exchange for an appropriate amount of Viacom stock.

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