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TeachMeFinance.com Acquisition -- The act of becoming owner of a property. In finance, it is the purchase of a company's assets or its common stock . another definition... Acquisition --The process of gaining controlling interest in another firm. Potential targets of acquisition are of interest to investors since the prospective acquirers are usually ready to purchase the shares of the marked firms at a price higher than the market value. See also merger , Pooling of Interests, Takeover. About the author Mark McCracken Author: Mark McCracken is a corporate trainer and author living in Higashi Osaka, Japan. He is the author of thousands of online articles as well as the Business English textbook, "25 Business Skills in English". Copyright © 2005 by Mark McCracken, All Rights Reserved. TeachMeFinance.com is an informational website, and should not be used as a substitute for professional financial or legal advice. TeachMeFinance.com and its owner recommend consultation with a professional financial advisor prior to any investment or financial decision. Please read our disclaimer.