The Coursera And Udemy Merger: Two Learning Cultures, One Platform
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WideAlpha6.14K FollowersFollow5ShareSavePlay(8min)CommentsSummaryCoursera, Inc. and Udemy, Inc. plan to merge, aiming for significant cost and technology synergies while retaining Coursera's leadership and public benefit structure.The all-stock transaction gives UDMY shareholders a 26% premium and results in COUR shareholders owning 59% of the combined entity.Management targets $115 million in run-rate cost synergies within two years, with pro forma adjusted EBITDA potentially boosted by 75%.Key risks include cultural integration challenges and regulatory approval. Sundry Photography/iStock Editorial via Getty Images Coursera, Inc. (COUR) and Udemy, Inc. (UDMY) just announced plans to merge both companies, which could result in meaningful synergies if approved and if things go according to plan. In additionThis article was written byWideAlpha6.14K FollowersFollowFin-tech startup leveraging machine learning technology to discover investing opportunities and to generate growth-optimal portfolios. Publisher of the WideAlpha AI-Selected Index, which has markedly outperformed its benchmark.Analyst’s Disclosure:I/we have no stock, option or similar derivative position in any of the companies mentioned, and no plans to initiate any such positions within the next 72 hours. I wrote this article myself, and it expresses my own opinions. I am not receiving compensation for it (other than from Seeking Alpha). I have no business relationship with any company whose stock is mentioned in this article. The information contained herein is for informational purposes only. Nothing in this article should be taken as a solicitation to purchase or sell securities. Before buying or selling shares, you should do your own research and reach your own conclusion or consult a financial advisor. Investing includes risks, including loss of principal.Seeking Alpha's Disclosure: Past performance is no guarantee of future results. No recommendation or advice is being given as to whether any investment is suitable for a particular investor. Any views or opinions expressed above may not reflect those of Seeking Alpha as a whole. Seeking Alpha is not a licensed securities dealer, broker or US investment adviser or investment bank. Our analysts are third party authors that include both professional investors and individual investors who may not be licensed or certified by any institute or regulatory body.