Stripe and Advent launch $53B bid to acquire PayPal
6.6 Investments Stripe and Advent bid $60.50 per share to acquire PayPal, valuing it at $53B. The $50B-backed offer awaits PayPal’s response and could reshape digital payments and stablecoin markets.
Stripe and Advent International have jointly submitted a takeover bid to acquire PayPal for $60.50 per share, valuing the company at over $53 billion—a 28% premium over PayPal’s recent closing price. The offer, supported by $50 billion in committed bank financing, was made in July 2026 following initial discussions in April. If successful, Stripe and Advent plan to each own a 50% stake in PayPal, rather than splitting the business. PayPal has not yet responded to the proposal, and there is no guarantee that negotiations will lead to a finalized deal. This potential acquisition could significantly reshape the payments industry, particularly as stablecoins and digital settlements gain traction. PayPal’s recent financial results have been strong, with first-quarter revenue exceeding expectations and payment volume rising year over year. The deal would unite two major digital payments players and could have major implications for the stablecoin sector.
