"market acumen" is a correct and usable phrase in written English. It is used to refer to a person's ability to understand and make decisions in the context of a business market. For example: "His business success can be attributed to his strong market acumen.".
A testament to Aalto's market acumen, Chair 69 is still produced and can be bought for somewhere north of $400.
His mix of public sector experience and market acumen -- and the fact that he has never commanded a multimillion-dollar salary package -- makes him a compelling choice, several exchange directors said.
Then there is "Kizu," or "Scar," her book about an international bond saleswoman who avenges the suicide of her lover by bringing down a century-old Japanese bank, using her market acumen and -- these books are, after all, thrillers -- sex.
Having Mr. Kirkman's stamp of approval and marketing acumen was critical.
"Her combination of business and marketing acumen coupled with her experience with high performance athletes was unrivalled.
And, together with a look at Mr. Viner's marketing acumen and artistic sympathies, an incidental picture of a creative ecosystem emerges.
In 2006, Mr. Son borrowed heavily to buy the British network Vodafone's troubled operations in Japan, turning around that business with marketing acumen and aggressive pricing.
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