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Which do you consider most when weighing the decision to pursue a merger/acquisition?
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Rising cost of fuel |
32% |
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I'm not weighing that decision currently. |
30% |
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Rising costs of personnel, including wages and benefits |
24% |
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Need for diversification |
9% |
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Other |
5% |
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