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Explain the difference between Stock vs Asset deals.

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What are the different treatment of Stock vs Asset sales and how does it affect the M&A model?

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by Guest 1.

added 11 years ago

RE: Explain the difference between Stock vs Asset deals.

In a stock sale, the acquiror purchases the stock of the Company, thus purchasing the entire company (all of the assets, liabilities and future contingencies). In an asset sale, the buyer only purchases certain assets and liabilities of the target company. Thus, in an asset sale, the acquiror is not... Read More

by WST Expert 1.

added 11 years ago

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