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Takeover Target
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Takeover target
A company that is the object of a takeover attempt, friendly or hostile.

Takeover Target
A publicly-traded company that is the object of a takeover, especially, but not necessarily, a hostile takeover. That is, another company is interested in buying the takeover target, often by buying its shares with the intent of obtaining a majority stake without the authorization of its board of directors. An acquiring company identifies takeover targets based on a variety of factors, including share price and growth potential; it may buy up to 5% of the takeover target without publicly disclosing its intentions. A takeover target is also called a target company.

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The strategy should feature the precise profile of the target companies sought; the geographic range of possibilities; the financial criteria, including revenues and profitability; the type of management or skills which may be required; the type of clientele which the target company should have; and the valuation range in which such acquisitions may make sense.
This problem is compounded by the lack of transparency with regards to decision making, as most of the target companies in this region are essentially family businesses.
SHAREHOLDERS OF THE TARGET COMPANIES ARE URGED TO READ THE REGISTRATION STATEMENT AND ANY OTHER RELEVANT DOCUMENTS FILED WITH THE SEC, INCLUDING THE PROSPECTUS, BECAUSE THEY CONTAIN IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE PROPOSED TRANSACTION.
 
 
 
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