Symphony Technology Group (STG) Acquires Avid Technology
November 7, 2023
An affiliate of Symphony Technology Group (STG) completed an all-cash acquisition of Avid Technology for approximately $1.4 billion, taking the media and entertainment software company private. Avid stockholders received $27.05 per share; Avid will remain headquartered in Burlington, Massachusetts, and STG said it will support accelerated innovation and growth.
- Buyers
- Symphony Technology Group (STG)
- Targets
- Avid Technology, Inc.
- Sellers
- Avid Technology stockholders
- Industry
- Software
- Location
- Massachusetts, United States
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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