Acquirer (noun):
1. A person, organisation, or entity that obtains or acquires something, especially through a purchase, merger, or takeover.
2. In the context of finance and banking, an acquirer refers to a financial institution or company that processes and settles credit card transactions on behalf of merchants. The acquirer is responsible for facilitating the transfer of funds from the customer’s credit card issuer to the merchant’s account, ensuring a smooth and secure payment process.
3. In the field of technology and software development, an acquirer is a company or individual that acquires the rights, ownership, or control over another company, its products, or intellectual property through a merger, acquisition, or buyout. The acquirer aims to leverage the acquired assets to enhance its own business operations, expand market presence, or gain a competitive advantage.
An acquirer refers to a person, company, or entity that acquires or purchases another company or its assets through a merger, acquisition, or takeover. The acquirer assumes control over the acquired company’s operations, assets, liabilities, and obligations. Acquisitions can be friendly, where both parties agree to the transaction, or hostile, where the acquirer pursues the acquisition against the wishes of the target company’s management. Acquirers typically conduct due diligence to assess the financial, legal, and operational aspects of the target company before finalizing the acquisition. The legal process of acquiring a company involves various regulatory requirements, such as obtaining necessary approvals from government authorities and complying with antitrust laws to ensure fair competition.
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This glossary post was last updated: 29th March 2024.
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