Consideration$560M
TypeAcquisition
AcquirerPalo Alto Networks
Return multiple8.1×
AnnouncedFeb 1, 2019
Strong
A strong outcome for investors and founders.
Deal size vs peers
A large Acquisition versus peers (2.8× the median).
Return multiple
Strong 8.1× return.
Liquidity type
Strategic acquisition — a clean liquidity event.
Heuristic read of deal size vs peers, return multiple, acquirer premium, and liquidity type. Not investment advice.
vs. Acquisition deals (999)
Deal size distribution62th pct
smaller Acquisition dealslarger
