What is the difference between a merger and an acquisition? The terms “merger” and “acquisition” are common business terms, but they are often inappropriately used interchangeably, when in fact the two transactions are rather different. If you are planning to combine or purchase assets from another company it is imperative that you understand the benefits and drawbacks of each.
Merger
In a merger, usually two or more businesses wind down as separate entities, and then a...
