Disinvestment
(noun)
- The act of selling assets or withdrawing investment.
- The reduction or elimination of investment in a particular area or industry.
Origin:
Mid 20th century; earliest use found in the times. from dis- + investment.
Examples:
- The disinvestment by the company led to a decline in its stock value.
- The disinvestment in the industry caused a decrease in job opportunities.
- The disinvestment strategy was aimed at reducing financial risk.
- The disinvestment in the region was due to political instability.
- The disinvestment plan was met with opposition by employees and local residents.