bolt-on
Britishadjective
Example Sentences
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This transaction would be considered a bolt-on but would be transformational for the lender as it would fill the gap it has in its affluent wealth offering, analyst Benjamin Toms writes.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 9, 2026
Legacy drugmakers will target bolt-on assets that cost less than $5 billion and build on existing advantages.
From MarketWatch • Dec. 10, 2025
Compounder refers to a company that, year after year, increases sales and earnings at above-market rates, typically as a result of a combination of prudent management and smart bolt-on acquisitions.
From Barron's • Nov. 25, 2025
"It's no longer just a bolt-on, it's a crucial part of the business," he said.
From BBC • May 27, 2025
With a net cash position of 186 million francs, its financial buffer was large enough for building new plants, seeking bolt-on takeover opportunities and the distribution of cash among shareholders, Lonza said.
From Reuters • Jan. 25, 2023
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