Acquisition

{
  "id": "MLC-T-LAW-000328",
  "term": "Acquisition",
  "field": "Law",
  "definition": "The act of one company taking over another, either by purchasing its stock, assets, or a controlling interest. This transaction results in the acquired company becoming a subsidiary or being integrated into the acquiring entity. Acquisitions are governed by corporate law and antitrust regulations to prevent monopolies.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/law/acquisition/"
}