April 17, 2025, 12:20 pm
Multiple sources report that Global Payments has revealed a major deal to acquire Worldpay, with reported values in the $22.7–$24 billion range. The announcement has led to a sharp fall in the company’s share price while also indicating strategic moves, including divestitures of other business segments. The deal is seen as a significant step to boost Global Payments’ capabilities in merchant services.
Global Payments plans to issue US$7.7 billion in debt to replace bridge financing and refinance Worldpay's debt.
Global Payments is acquiring Worldpay for $24 billion and selling its Issuer Solutions business to FIS for $13.5 billion.
Global Payments doubles down on merchant services with $22.7 billion Worldpay deal Reuters
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