Acquisition Of Stock

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Definition: Acquisition Of Stock


Acquisition Of Stock


Full Definition of Acquisition Of Stock


Acquisition by one company of another where the acquiring company purchases the stock of the target company, rather than paying with debt of through some other means. Could be associated with a hostile takeover with the acquiring company buying stock shares directly from the shareholders of the target company.


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Definition Sources


Definitions for Acquisition Of Stock are sourced/syndicated and enhanced from:

  • A Dictionary of Economics (Oxford Quick Reference)
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Accounting
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Business & Management

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