Share Acquisition

/ˈʃɛər ˌækwɪˈzɪʃən/

Definitions

  1. (n.) The legal process by which one party purchases shares in a company, thereby acquiring ownership rights.
    The share acquisition led to a controlling interest in the target company.

Forms

  • share acquisition

Commentary

Share acquisition is often governed by regulatory frameworks to prevent market monopolization and may require compliance with disclosure and approval procedures.

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