Ziff Davis Acquires CNET
October 1, 2024
Ziff Davis (NASDAQ: ZD) completed an acquisition of CNET in Q3 2024. The deal is described as growing Ziff Davis' global customer base, opening new markets, and expanding its product lineup; terms were not disclosed by Ziff Davis in the Q3 2024 completion update.
- Buyers
- Ziff Davis, Inc.
- Targets
- CNET
- Industry
- Media & Entertainment
- Location
- United States
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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