Prosus Group, the parent company of iFood, has agreed to acquire Despegar, a leading online travel agency in Latin America, for $1.7 billion. The transaction, which values Despegar at $19.50 per share, represents a 33% premium over its closing price on December 20. Following the announcement, Despegar's shares surged by over 30% on Wall Street. The acquisition is part of Prosus's strategy to expand its presence in the Latin American market and is expected to close in the second quarter of 2025. The deal has been confirmed by multiple sources, highlighting the growing influence of Prosus in the region's technology and online services sectors.
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