When a company is acquired and becomes a subsidiary of another company,the books of the subsidiary are completely changed on the date of the acquisition.

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When a company is acquired and becomes a subsidiary, its books are not necessarily completely changed on the date of the acquisition. The subsidiary often continues to maintain its own books and records, although it will consolidate its financial statements with the parent company for reporting purposes.

When a Company Is Acquired and Becomes a Subsidiary of Another