Government ownership of an industry or company. opposite of denationalization.
the act by which government takes over a business enterprise or service that has formerly been privately owned. Opponents of nationalization say it is inefficient because it leads to overcentralization, and is costly. Supporters say that nationalized industries are easier to coordinate and can be expanded more easily and efficiently.
Public ownership, financing, and operation of a business entity.
The change from private ownership of an industry to government ownership.
A process whereby privately owned companies are brought under state ownership and control. (Contrast with privatization.)
the taking over of private firms by the government.
changing something from private to state ownership or control
conversion from private to governmental ownership and control
Takeover by the government without compensation of a public or private activity.
A government takeover of a private company.
Takeover by a government of a public or private activity.
Nationalization is the act of transferring assets into public ownership. It usually refers to the transfer of private assets, but may also mean assets owned by other levels of government, such as municipalities. The opposite of nationalization is usually privatization, but may also be municipalization.