Blackstone And Vista Plot Smartsheet Takeover: Report
Portfolio Pulse from Lekha Gupta
Blackstone Inc. and Vista Equity Partners are reportedly in talks to acquire Smartsheet Inc., which has a market value of around $7 billion. Smartsheet recently reported strong earnings, surpassing estimates. Blackstone has been actively acquiring assets, including AirTrunk and a stake in the Burstone Group's PEL platform. BX and SMAR stocks have seen positive price action.
September 06, 2024 | 2:05 pm
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Blackstone is in talks to acquire Smartsheet, continuing its acquisition spree. This news, along with recent acquisitions, has positively impacted BX's stock price.
Blackstone's active acquisition strategy, including talks to acquire Smartsheet, is likely to boost investor confidence and drive the stock price up in the short term.
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RELEVANCE 80
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Investors can gain exposure to Blackstone's acquisition activities through the EA Series Trust WHITEWOLF Publicly Listed Private Equity ETF.
As Blackstone's acquisition activities continue, ETFs like LBO that include Blackstone may see increased interest and potential price appreciation.
CONFIDENCE 80
IMPORTANCE 50
RELEVANCE 50
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Invesco Global Listed Private Equity ETF offers exposure to Blackstone's acquisition activities, which may drive interest in the ETF.
With Blackstone's active acquisition strategy, ETFs like PSP that include Blackstone may attract more investors, potentially boosting the ETF's price.
CONFIDENCE 80
IMPORTANCE 50
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Smartsheet is reportedly in acquisition talks with Blackstone and Vista Equity Partners. The company's strong earnings report has also contributed to a significant rise in its stock price.
The potential acquisition by Blackstone and Vista, combined with better-than-expected earnings, is likely to positively impact Smartsheet's stock price.
CONFIDENCE 95
IMPORTANCE 80
RELEVANCE 90