noun
zombie company; corporate zombie
A business that is insolvent or bankrupt but continues to operate, often kept alive by external support such as bank loans or government aid. Used in economic and business contexts.
政府の支援でゾンビ企業が生き延びている。
Zombie companies are surviving thanks to government support.
ゾンビ企業を放置すると経済全体の生産性が下がる。
Leaving zombie companies unchecked reduces the productivity of the entire economy.