PayPal Board Sees Stripe-Advent Bid as Inadequate
PayPal's board sees a $53 billion takeover bid by Stripe and Advent International as undervaluing the company and facing regulatory and financing hurdles, potentially setting the stage for negotiations.
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PayPal Holdings (NASDAQ: PYPL) board of directors considers the $53 billion takeover bid from rival Stripe and private equity firm Advent International as inadequate and undervaluing the company, according to a person familiar with the matter. The bid also faces regulatory and financing hurdles, potentially opening the door for negotiations over the future of the U.S. payments giant.
Deal Details
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Bid Value | $53 billion |
| Buyers | Stripe (competitor) and Advent International (private equity) |
| Response Status | PayPal has not formally responded |
Rationale Behind the Bid
The consortium's bid comes as PayPal, founded in the late 1990s, has struggled in recent years to compete against rivals like Apple Pay and Google Pay. Management has been trying to revive its flagging share price amid slowing growth.
Regulatory and Financing Challenges
PayPal's board believes the deal would face significant regulatory hurdles, as well as financing challenges that could impede completion. Sources indicate the current offer does not reflect the company's fair value.
Impact on Stock
No official market reaction has been observed yet, but news of the bid may fuel speculation about PayPal's independent future. Investors are awaiting further developments in negotiations.
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