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eBay Completes Sale of StubHub
BUSINESS

eBay Completes Sale of StubHub

SAN JOSE, Calif., Feb. 13, 2020-- eBay Inc, a global eCommerce platform that connects millions of buyers and sellers around the world has completed the sale of StubHub to viagogo for $4.05 billion in cash. "The completed sale of StubHub to viagogo is a great outcome both in terms of the $4.05 billion sale price and the potential StubHub has with its new owner," said Scott Schenkel, interim CEO of eBay Inc. "The StubHub transaction reinforces our commitment to creating shareholder value and is consistent with other steps we have taken such as margin improvement, share buybacks and issuing dividends. We are operating with discipline and focus, improving financial performance and delivering improved customer experiences. On behalf of the eBay team, we're excited to see how StubHub evolves...
Viagogo Acquires StubHub from eBay for $4.05 Billion
ACQUISITION

Viagogo Acquires StubHub from eBay for $4.05 Billion

SAN JOSE, California-- eBay and Viagogo have entered into a definitive agreement for eBay to sell StubHub to Viagogo for a purchase price of $4.05 billion in cash. "We believe this transaction is a great outcome and maximizes long-term value for eBay shareholders," said Scott Schenkel, interim chief executive officer of eBay Inc. "Over the past several months, eBay's leadership team and Board of Directors have been engaged in a thorough review of our current strategies and portfolio, and we concluded that this was the best path forward for both eBay and StubHub. We firmly believe in the StubHub business and we are excited about its future growth potential with viagogo as its owner." viagogo is a leading worldwide ticket marketplace for live sport, music and entertainment events, and ...