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something added to an existing supply
every vacation trip inevitably resulted in new acquisitions to our array of bric-a-brac
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Recent Examples of acquisitions
Blackrock, the world’s largest money manager with more than $11 trillion in assets, made two big acquisitions last year in a push to expand in private credit and alternative investments.
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Yun Li, CNBC, 31 Mar. 2025
In 2024, Indian hospitality company OYO acquired the iconic Motel 6 and Studio 6 in a $525 million all-cash deal, marking one of the most consequential cross-border acquisitions in the sector’s history.
—Ronak D. Desai, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025
After making 10 acquisitions in the opening two weeks of free agency, including two trades, Jones is still keeping a close eye on the free agent market and the potential of making a third trade in the coming weeks.
—Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 Mar. 2025
While the team may have been adept at analyzing traditional banking acquisitions, fintech acquisitions require different expertise—particularly in verifying tech claims, data integrity, and regulatory compliance.
—Ron Shevlin, Forbes.com, 29 Mar. 2025
Other megabanks like Bank of America and Wells Fargo were also eyeing fintech acquisitions to stay relevant.
—Ron Shevlin, Forbes.com, 29 Mar. 2025
This case exposes vulnerabilities in how fintech startups sell themselves, how banks evaluate acquisitions, and how investors assess risk in the sector.
—Ron Shevlin, Forbes.com, 29 Mar. 2025
The filing includes details on the company's business strategy, financial condition, and risk factors, highlighting its focus on strategic acquisitions and biotechnology development.
—Quartz Intelligence Newsroom, Quartz, 28 Mar. 2025
Aureus Greenway's business strategy focuses on attracting and retaining customers, enhancing facilities, and expanding through acquisitions.
—Quartz Intelligence Newsroom, Quartz, 28 Mar. 2025
Yun Li, CNBC, 31 Mar. 2025
In 2024, Indian hospitality company OYO acquired the iconic Motel 6 and Studio 6 in a $525 million all-cash deal, marking one of the most consequential cross-border acquisitions in the sector’s history.
—Ronak D. Desai, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025
After making 10 acquisitions in the opening two weeks of free agency, including two trades, Jones is still keeping a close eye on the free agent market and the potential of making a third trade in the coming weeks.
—Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 Mar. 2025
While the team may have been adept at analyzing traditional banking acquisitions, fintech acquisitions require different expertise—particularly in verifying tech claims, data integrity, and regulatory compliance.
—Ron Shevlin, Forbes.com, 29 Mar. 2025
Other megabanks like Bank of America and Wells Fargo were also eyeing fintech acquisitions to stay relevant.
—Ron Shevlin, Forbes.com, 29 Mar. 2025
This case exposes vulnerabilities in how fintech startups sell themselves, how banks evaluate acquisitions, and how investors assess risk in the sector.
—Ron Shevlin, Forbes.com, 29 Mar. 2025
The filing includes details on the company's business strategy, financial condition, and risk factors, highlighting its focus on strategic acquisitions and biotechnology development.
—Quartz Intelligence Newsroom, Quartz, 28 Mar. 2025
Aureus Greenway's business strategy focuses on attracting and retaining customers, enhancing facilities, and expanding through acquisitions.
—Quartz Intelligence Newsroom, Quartz, 28 Mar. 2025
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“Acquisitions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/acquisitions. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.
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