Research has shown that the more different the acquired firm is in terms of competencies and resources than the acquiring firm, the more likely the acquisition is to be successful.

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Research generally suggests that acquisitions are more successful when the acquired firm has complementary, rather than completely different, competencies and resources, as this can create synergies and enhance the acquiring firm's capabilities.

Research Has Shown That the More Different the Acquired Firm