Except as otherwise expressly provided in this Agreement, Seller, on the one hand, and Buyer, on the other hand, shall pay all costs and expenses incurred by such Party or on its behalf in connection with this Agreement and the transactions contemplated hereby. For the avoidance of doubt and except as otherwise provided for herein, all costs and expenses incurred by the Acquired Entities prior to the Closing in connection with this Agreement and the transactions contemplated hereby shall be the responsibility of Seller.