noun
- a person or company that obtains or purchases something, especially another company
Usage: business
Examples
- The acquirer paid $2 billion for the tech startup.
- As the acquirer of the smaller firm, they gained access to new markets.
- The acquirer must conduct due diligence before finalizing the deal.
- Shareholders of the acquirer approved the merger proposal.
- The acquirer plans to integrate the new subsidiary within six months.
- Investment banks often advise the acquirer during takeover negotiations.