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Stripe and Advent make $53bn bid for PayPal

Shares in New York-listed group jump 19 per cent in pre-market trading after offer from payments start-up and buyout firm

Stripe and Advent make $53bn bid for PayPal

TL;DR

  • PayPal is reportedly facing a $53 billion takeover bid.
  • The potential acquirers are identified as Stripe and Advent.
  • PayPal's stock rose 19% in pre-market trading after the offer became known.