Episode
A Serial Acquirer Masterclass and The Story Of 47 Acquisitions Per Year
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- Buyers and Builders
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- Mar 17, 2026
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- 2194
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Summary
Why serial acquirers remain one of the most powerful business models in the world. The best of them have acquired as many as 275 companies and traded at valuations as high as 65x earnings, yet most people still misunderstand what makes them so successful. I explore why the best acquirers often start slow, how they solve the reinvestment problem, why balance sheet strength and specialization matter, and what investors look for when studying these businesses. I also share why Evergreen Servi...