long-term acquisition
[/lɔŋ-tɜːrm ækˈwɪzɪʃən/]
nounpl: long-term acquisitions
aquisição de longo prazo
1. The process of obtaining or purchasing a company, asset, or resource with the intention of holding it for an extended period to achieve strategic business objectives or financial growth
The company's long-term acquisition strategy focuses on purchasing smaller competitors to expand market share over the next five years.
A estratégia de aquisição de longo prazo da empresa concentra-se na compra de concorrentes menores para expandir a participação no mercado nos próximos cinco anos.
2. In language learning and cognitive psychology, the gradual and sustained development of language skills or knowledge over an extended period
Long-term acquisition of a second language requires consistent practice and immersion in the target language.
A aquisição de longo prazo de um segundo idioma requer prática consistente e imersão na língua alvo.
In Brazil and the USA, 'long-term acquisition' is predominantly used in corporate, financial, and academic contexts. In American business culture, it reflects the strategic planning common in M&A activities, while in Brazilian corporate environments, it may emphasize patient capital and sustained growth strategies. The term is more formal and less common in everyday conversation, appearing mainly in business reports, financial statements, and educational materials.
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