A spokesman said the acquisition would result in some layoffs.

But the statement also expresses concern that the acquisition could instead result in the termination of jobs.

Or that acquisitions and mergers would result in a stronger, more professional publishing industry?

The acquisition of these utilities did not result in an immediate merger of property and personnel.

"This proposed acquisition might result in only a single major provider for this important and growing area."

The acquisition has resulted in huge losses for the company.

The acquisition resulted in the HS 748 becoming the main scheduled aircraft for the next ten years.

Further mergers and acquisitions resulted in the company becoming a part of Berkley Books.

Many acquisitions failed to achieve their objectives and resulted in poor performance because of improper implementation.

The acquisition would result in an addition of approximately 165,000 access lines and 44,000 high speed internet customers.