{
  "id": 10301372,
  "title": "Nubank Weighs $13 Billion Bid for Monzo",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/27/nubank-weighs-13-billion-bid-for-monzo",
  "topic": "finance",
  "section": "Finance & Markets",
  "published": "2026-09-27T21:46:04.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "PYMNTS",
    "slug": "pymnts",
    "url": "https://www.pymnts.com/news/banking/2026/nubank-weighs-13-billion-bid-for-monzo/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Brazilian digital bank Nubank is reportedly considering a $13 billion bid to acquire U.K. FinTech Monzo, according to a report by the Financial Times. The FT cited two sources familiar with the matter, stating that Monzo's valuation could range from £8 billion to £10 billion ($13.2 billion) in a potential takeover. Monzo has been exploring three options: a takeover via a mix of cash and shares, selling a 15% stake to private equity firms, or pursuing a \"venture capital-style\" funding round. The talks come as Monzo faces a critical period, with the resignation of its board chairman and a newly appointed CEO focusing on Europe. Monzo's decision to withdraw from the U.S. and its potential sale to Nubank, valued at $65 billion with 140 million customers, could impact the London Stock Exchange's interest in listing Monzo.",
  "summary": "Brazilian digital bank Nubank is reportedly interested in buying U.K. FinTech Monzo. Such a deal would value Mozno at up to £10 billion ($13.2 billion), the Financial Times (FT) reported Saturday (Sept. 26), citing two sources familiar with the matter. Sources told the FT there are three different options facing Monzo. First is a takeover […] The post Nubank Weighs $13 Billion Bid for Monzo…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}