Which corporate acquisition did Barclays make in 2008?
North American operations of Lehman Brothers
Bear Stearns
Merrill Lynch
Wachovia
Answer
In 2008, Barclays acquired the North American operations of Lehman Brothers, a major investment bank that filed for bankruptcy during the global financial crisis. This acquisition helped Barclays expand its investment banking business in the United States.
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