Vertical Merger
A merger between two companies producing different goods or services for one specific finished product.

Investopedia Says:
By directly merging with suppliers, a company can decrease reliance and increase profitability. An example of a vertical merger is a car manufacturer purchasing a tire company.

Related Terms:
Economies of Scale
Horizontal Merger
Hostile Takeover
Merger
Vertical Integration

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