Gorilla Acquisition
A term used to describe a very large acquisition that significantly alters the acquirer�s business, akin to the "elephant in the room" but with greater impact.
Implications
A term used to describe a situation where a large, dominant company acquires a much smaller company, often to eliminate competition, gain new technology, or enter a new market, typically involving a significant imbalance in size and resources between the two companies.
Example
Example: A major software corporation makes a gorilla acquisition by purchasing a small, innovative startup, quickly absorbing its technology and talent while reducing competition in the market.
Related Terms
Different from a merger of equals, where companies of similar size combine, a gorilla acquisition involves a large company overwhelming a much smaller one, often reshaping the competitive landscape.
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