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Are you thinking of making a "strategic" acquisition or disposal?
18 May 2011
You may have heard over recent days that Microsoft has agreed to buy the internet phone service Skype for $8.5bn (£5.2bn). That seems a huge sum of money for a business that has struggled to turn a profit, but according to press reports, the acquisition is a "strategic move" by Microsoft to give it an advantage in the marketplace and improve its video conferencing services.
Times may have been tough for many businesses over the last few years, but as this news shows, there are opportunities for businesses of all sizes that are willing to take a risk to gain market share or diversify into new markets, by acquiring existing businesses.
If you are thinking of acquiring or selling a business, our Business Services team can help you. We have many years of experience advising on business transactions of all kinds and helping our clients located in Surrey, London and beyond, successfully acquire or sell businesses in many different business sectors. If you are looking for business lawyers, please feel free to contact a member of our team to discuss your plans.
Nick Ball, solicitor - Business and Commercial
