[su_heading size=”18″ margin=”40″]According to information that was recently made public and reported by American investment media, Microsoft has officially submitted a proposal to acquire LinkedIn.[/su_heading]
According to information that was recently made public and reported by American investment media, Microsoft has officially submitted a proposal to acquire LinkedIn.
It is noted that according to sources cited by American media, this offer reaches a record amount of 26.2 billion dollars.
According to sources cited by the Washington Post, the two companies have already reached an agreement with Microsoft paying $196 per share for the acquisition of LinkedIn.
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella said in a statement, "The LinkedIn team has built an amazing network for professionals around the world."
It is noted that in the last six months, LinkedIn shares have fallen to $131.08 from $260 last October.
It is emphasized that this specific agreement has been unanimously confirmed by the boards of directors of both companies and the acquisition will be completed by the end of this year.
It is finally noted that LinkedIn's head, Jeff Weiner, will remain in his position but will report to the head of Microsoft.
Source: pikosapikos.gr
