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  "id": 14782393,
  "title": "Varonis stock climbs on $6.3 billion Proofpoint deal",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/15/varonis-stock-climbs-on-6-3-billion-proofpoint-deal",
  "topic": "finance",
  "section": "Finance & Markets",
  "published": "2026-10-15T20:24:25.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Investing.com",
    "slug": "investing-com",
    "url": "https://www.investing.com/news/stock-market-news/varonis-stock-climbs-on-63-billion-proofpoint-deal-4952619"
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  "account": "Varonis Systems (VRNS) stock surged 2.7% in after-hours trading on Thursday after it was announced that Proofpoint would acquire the company for approximately $6.3 billion in an all-cash transaction. Under the deal, Varonis shareholders will receive $49.75 per share in cash, which represents a 52% premium to the company's closing stock price of $32.71 on June 22, the last trading day before rumors of a potential sale emerged. The transaction, unanimously approved by Varonis' Board of Directors, is anticipated to close in the first half of 2027, contingent upon customary closing conditions, including shareholder approval and obtaining regulatory approvals. Following the completion of the acquisition, Varonis' common stock will be delisted from the Nasdaq and the company will transition to private ownership. Thoma Bravo, Proofpoint's owner, is providing committed equity financing, and has secured debt financing commitments to fund the purchase. Additionally, Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan has committed to investing in Proofpoint as part of the transaction. Upon closing, Proofpoint aims to integrate Varonis' capabilities, align their go-to-market efforts, and deliver a combined platform to customers. The announcement reflects the outcome of a thorough evaluation conducted by an independent committee of Varonis' Board of Directors, which included outreach to various potential strategic and financial buyers. Yaki Faitelson, Varonis' CEO, Co-Founder, and Chairman of the Board, stated that the companies will continue to operate independently until the transaction is finalized. Varonis is scheduled to release its third-quarter financial results on November 3, but will not host an earnings conference call due to the announced deal.",
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        "title": "Proofpoint to acquire Varonis for $6.3 billion in cash",
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