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A white elephant represented by an ornate ivory tusk atop a sinking ship, emphasizing the financial strain caused by unprofitable assets.

Understanding White Elephants in Finance and Investment

September 30, 2025 FinanceFacts101 Business Strategy

What is a White Elephant? A white elephant is an investment or asset that is more trouble than it’s worth. This term, which originated in ancient Siam, refers to an expensive and burdensome possession whose cost of maintenance outweighs its usefulness or value. In finance, the term white elephant can

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