👉 In the context of economics and finance, a "sonderbund" is a type of joint venture or partnership in which two or more companies are formed to share profits or losses. The term comes from German slang, meaning 'small group' or 'small business'. This structure allows for easier collaboration between the participating businesses, as they can share resources and expertise. For example, a company might form a "sonderbund" with another company to take on a larger project that requires more