bolt-on
Britishadjective
Example Sentences
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ResMed is likely to keep making small bolt-on acquisitions in respiratory care and adjacent markets, while Ansell could target small or medium-sized deals, RBC says.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 19, 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
"Now, we're on the lookout for so-called bolt-on acquisitions," Sadoun added.
From Reuters ● Feb. 2, 2023
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