Austin, Texas-based dating app Bumble is expected to go public. Here's what we know about the IPO so far.
Latest updates
Friday, January 15: Bumble filed a Form S-1 with the US Securities and Exchange Commission, solidifying its plans to conduct an initial public offering. The timing, number of shares and pricing details are still unavailable at this time, but we will update this page as new information emerges. Citigroup and Goldman Sachs Group have been confirmed as the lead bookrunners for the IPO.
Monday, December 21: Bumble has reportedly filed a confidential draft registration statement with the US Securities and Exchange Commission, declaring its intention to conduct an initial public offering. Sources close to the deal suggest it could close in February 2021, around Valentine’s Day, but that has not been confirmed.
Thursday, November 12: Bloomberg reports that Bumble’s IPO is expected to list in the first quarter of 2021.
What we know about the Bumble IPO
Bumble’s IPO is expected to list in the first quarter of 2021, perhaps as early as February, according to Bloomberg. It is reportedly seeking a valuation of up to $8 billion and the deal is being underwritten by Citigroup and Goldman Sachs.
We’ll update this page with information as it becomes available.
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