PayPal

Acquirer: Stripe and Advent International

Stripe and Advent International have made a bid for PayPal, valuing the company at over $53 billion. Summary of transaction details: Value: $53 billion-plus Sector: Fintech Advisor: Not disclosed Key Entities: Stripe, Advent International, PayPal Location: Global Note: The proposed acquisition would bring two of the most widely used payment platforms under one roof, potentially altering the competitive landscape for small businesses and e-commerce transactions.