Subsidiary
A Subsidiary is a company that is owned or controlled by another company, known as the parent company or holding company. The parent company holds a controlling interest in the subsidiary, typically through ownership of more than 50% of its voting stock, allowing it to influence the subsidiary's management and operations.
Also known as
Affiliate, Controlled Company, Daughter Company, Subordinate Entity
Examples
- Audi AG: A subsidiary of Volkswagen Group, specializing in luxury automobiles.
- Instagram, LLC: A subsidiary of Meta Platforms, Inc., focusing on photo and video sharing.
- Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc.: A subsidiary of Warner Bros. Discovery, engaged in the film and entertainment industry.
- YouTube, LLC: A subsidiary of Alphabet Inc., operating as a video-sharing platform.
Ancestry path
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