Acquisition

An acquisition involves purchasing another company through cash, stock, or a combination of both. Acquisitions are used to expand market share, enter new markets, or gain access to proprietary technology. They can be either friendly or hostile, and they play a significant role in growth strategies for private equity firms looking to scale their portfolio companies or make strategic exits.

• Purchase of a company via cash, stock, or both.
• Used for market share expansion or new market entry.
• Can be friendly or hostile.
• Key strategy for growth and portfolio scaling.