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Adverse useThe access and use of property without the consent of the owner.Adverse use Similar MatchesAdverse selectionAdverse selectionRefers to a situation in which sellers have relevant information that buyers lack (or vice versa) about some aspect of product quality. Adverse terms of tradeAdverse terms of tradeA terms of trade that is considered unfavorable relative to some benchmark or to past experience. Developing countries specialized in primary products are sometimes said to suffer from adverse or declining terms of trade. Adverse possessionAdverse possessionThe acquisition of title to property through possession without the owner's consent for a certain period of time. Material Adverse Change or EffectMaterial Adverse Change or EffectMany mergers and acquisitions contracts include a material adverse change clause that allows a company to renegotiate or walk away from a deal if the other company or its subsidiaries announces a significant event that may negatively affect its stock price or operations. See also materiality. Adverse possessory titleAdverse possessory titleIf a piece of land is occupied without permission for at least 12 years, the occupier can become the legal owner. Further SuggestionsAdverse selection |
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