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Musk plans to buy Twitter for $54.20 per share

PRIVATEAug 16, 2026•about 3 hours ago

Acquiring Company

Elon Musk

Acquired Company

Twitter

San FranciscoOtherFinancial Services

Description

Elon Musk has arranged $46.5 billion in financing to buy Twitter, offering $54.20 per share in cash. He's considering a tender offer to acquire the social media platform. Currently, Twitter has not responded to his proposal. Musk has previously criticized Twitter's moderation practices and opted out of a board position.

Company Information

Company

Elon Musk

Location

San Francisco, California, United States

About

The financing plan comes after Mr Musk made a $43 billion offer to take Twitter private, a bid that the San Francisco-based company has still not responded to.

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Frequently asked

Who acquired Twitter?

Twitter was acquired by Elon Musk, based in San Francisco. The deal was reported on August 16, 2026. The financing plan comes after Mr Musk made a $43 billion offer to take Twitter private, a bid that the San Francisco-based company has still not responded to. Elon Musk is privately held and operates in Other.

When did Elon Musk acquire Twitter?

Elon Musk's acquisition of Twitter was reported on August 16, 2026. Elon Musk has arranged $46.5 billion in financing to buy Twitter, offering $54.20 per share in cash. He's considering a tender offer to acquire the social media platform. Currently, Twitter has not responded to his proposal. Fundz records the date the transaction was first publicly reported, sourced from filings and company announcements.

What does Twitter do?

Twitter is the company acquired in this transaction. It is privately held.

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