Smartsheet (SMAR) shares jumped Tuesday after the work management platform said it agreed to be purchased by asset manager Blackstone (BX) and investment firm Vista Equity Partners for $8.4 billion in cash.
Smartsheet, an enterprise work management software platform, announced Tuesday that it will be acquired by Blackstone and Vista Equity Partners in an all-cash deal worth $8.4 billion. Shareholders will receive $56.50 per share, a 41% premium over the stock's average closing price for the past three months, according to a press release.
Smartsheet Inc.'s stock rallied 6% Tuesday after the workplace-management software company agreed to be taken private by Blackstone Inc. and Vista Equity Partners for $8.4 billion, or $56.50 per share.
The work management platform announces it will be acquired by funds managed by Blackstone and Visa Equity Partners.
Smartsheet announced Tuesday that it agreed to be acquired by private equity companies Blackstone and Vista Equity Partners in deal valued at $8.
Smartsheet SMAR is a smart buy because of its growth, operational quality, cash flow, and capital return. That's why private equity firms are in talks to buy it; they see deep value in the business and its stock.
Stephen Branstetter, the chief operating officer at Smartsheet who joined the company in 2013, resigned on Wednesday, according to a new regulatory filing.
Smartsheet NYSE: SMAR is a smart buy because of its growth, operational quality, cash flow, and capital return. That's why private equity firms are in talks to buy it; they see deep value in the business and its stock.
Smartsheet stock is driven by a growing customer base, enhanced product features, and the increasing adoption of AI tools.
Smartsheet stock rose on a report two private equity firms are nearing a deal to acquire the software maker.
Smartsheet maintains a strong competitive position with potential for >20% growth, despite some recent performance weaknesses and macroeconomic pressures on SMB customers. Positive growth indicators include robust enterprise customer metrics, successful large contract deals, and promising adoption of the new pricing model. Risks include decelerating ARR growth, increased churn among SMB customers, and potential volatility if the takeover deal falls through.
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