The company has often been mentioned as a possible takeover target.
The firm was even viewed as a likely takeover target.
American companies, though vulnerable, are not the only international takeover targets.
By early 1986, the financial troubles had made the company a potential takeover target.
Christie's has been considered a takeover target for some time.
After the deal, both companies are expected to be less attractive as takeover targets.
Harris has been considered a prime takeover target for more than a year.
The company's success also made it a desirable takeover target.
A reduced share price makes a company an easier takeover target.
He realized a 600 percent gain after it became a takeover target two weeks later.