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acquirers

 

[ษ™หˆkwสŒษชษ™rz ]

Definitions

Context #1 | Noun

business

Acquirers are companies or individuals who purchase another company or its assets.

Synonyms

buyers, investors, purchasers.

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Word Description / Examples
acquirers

This term is generally used in a business or financial context when discussing companies or individuals who obtain other companies, assets, or significant stakes.

  • The acquirers showed a strong interest in the startup's technology.
  • Acquirers often look for undervalued companies to maximize their investment returns.
purchasers

This term is used similarly to 'buyers' but usually has a more formal or professional connotation, especially in business transactions involving contracts or large quantities.

  • The purchasers need to sign the agreement before the transaction is completed.
  • Corporate purchasers tend to negotiate for better terms and prices.
buyers

This term is more commonly used in everyday situations and refers to individuals or entities purchasing goods or services. It can also be used in a business context but with a broader application.

  • The buyers at the market were eager to pick up fresh produce.
  • The company's buyers are responsible for acquiring the best materials for production.
investors

This word is used specifically for people or entities that put money into a project, business, or asset with the expectation of generating a financial return. It implies a focus on returns rather than just the act of buying.

  • The investors are optimistic about the future growth of the company.
  • Angel investors often support startups in their early stages.

Examples of usage

  • The acquirers were interested in expanding their business through acquisitions.
  • The acquirers negotiated a deal to buy out the competition.
Context #2 | Noun

credit card processing

Acquirers are financial institutions that process credit card transactions on behalf of merchants.

Synonyms

merchant account providers, payment service providers, processors.

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processors

Entities or services that handle the transaction authorization and settlement between the merchant, acquiring bank, and the card networks. They ensure the secure and efficient processing of payments.

  • The processor experienced downtime, affecting all transactions for the day.
  • Credit card processors play a crucial role in the payment ecosystem.
payment service providers

Companies that offer a broader range of payment services, including but not limited to providing merchant accounts. They may also offer services like online payment gateways, fraud prevention, and various payment methods.

  • PayPal and Stripe are well-known payment service providers.
  • Choosing the right payment service provider can greatly impact your business operations.
merchant account providers

Businesses that offer merchant accounts, which are necessary for merchants to accept credit card payments. They typically facilitate the setup and maintenance of these accounts.

  • The startup consulted several merchant account providers before choosing one.
  • Merchant account providers often charge monthly fees for their services.

Examples of usage

  • The acquirers handle the authorization and settlement of credit card transactions.
  • Merchants rely on acquirers to securely process payments.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

  • The term 'acquirer' comes from the Latin word 'acquirere', which means to obtain or gain.
  • The word 'acquire' became popular in English around the late 14th century, evolving into its current form over time.

Business

  • In finance, acquirers are especially known for mergers and acquisitions, where one company buys another to grow.
  • Acquirers play a crucial role in expanding market reach and increasing capabilities for their businesses.

Technology

  • In technological contexts, acquirers can refer to companies that buy tech startups to gain innovative capabilities.
  • The rise of digital platforms has led many acquirers to focus on tech-driven acquisitions for competitive advantage.

Psychology

  • Research shows that people who actively seek new experiences often become successful acquirers in various fields.
  • The drive to acquire can be linked to psychological principles of reward and status, influencing behavior and decisions.

Pop Culture

  • In movies, acquirers are often portrayed as corporate villains, using underhanded tactics to take over others' businesses.
  • Shows like 'Shark Tank' highlight the acquirer's role in entrepreneurship, where investors seek to buy stakes in promising startups.

Translations

Translations of the word "acquirers" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น adquirentes

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค…เคงเคฟเค—เฅเคฐเคนเคฃเค•เคฐเฅเคคเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Erwerber

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pengakuisisi

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฝะฐะฑัƒะฒะฐั‡ั–

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ nabywcy

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅ–ๅพ—่€…

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท acquรฉreurs

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ adquirientes

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท edinimler

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ธ์ˆ˜์ž

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ู…ุณุชุญูˆุฐูŠู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ nabyvatelรฉ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ nadobรบdatelia

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ”ถ่ดญ่€…

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ pridobitelji

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ kaupendur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัะฐั‚ั‹ะฟ ะฐะปัƒัˆั‹ะปะฐั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒจแƒ”แƒ›แƒกแƒงแƒ˜แƒ“แƒ•แƒ”แƒšแƒ”แƒ‘แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ alฤฑcฤฑlar

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ adquirentes

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #35,044, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.