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SEATTLE, April 8, 2025 – Coupang, Inc. (NYSE:CPNG), a prominent player in the Broadline Retail industry with a market capitalization of $35.7 billion, has finalized the acquisition of the remaining equity interest in Surpique LP from Greenoaks Capital Partners (WA:CPAP), LLC, according to a recent SEC filing. The company, which generated revenues of $30.3 billion in the last twelve months, has maintained a strong financial position with more cash than debt on its balance sheet, according to InvestingPro data. The transaction, completed on Monday, consolidates Coupang's ownership in the partnership, which was established to acquire the business and assets of Farfetch (OTC:FTCHQ) Holdings plc.
The deal, under a Master Transaction (JO:NTUJ) Agreement, resulted in Coupang indirectly acquiring all of Greenoaks' equity interest in Surpique LP. The purchase price paid to Greenoaks totaled $140,096,101, comprising $14,096,101 in cash and the issuance of 5,465,099 shares of Coupang's Class A Common Stock. The transaction comes as Coupang's stock has experienced a significant decline, with a 23% drop over the past six months. InvestingPro analysis indicates the stock is currently trading below its Fair Value, with 12 additional ProTips available for subscribers. The stock price was based on the volume weighted average price for the 30-trading day period ending on the close of markets on April 4, 2025.
The shares issued to Greenoaks were not registered under the Securities Act of 1933 at the time of issuance, relying on an exemption from registration. These shares cannot be offered or sold in the United States without registration under the Securities Act or an applicable exemption from such registration requirements.
Neil Mehta, a member of Coupang's Board of Directors and Lead Independent (LON:IOG) Director, is the founder and Managing Partner of Greenoaks since April 2012. Greenoaks, along with certain funds and accounts it manages, and associated individuals, including Mehta, collectively own approximately 3.2% of Coupang's Class A Common Stock.
This strategic move follows Coupang's initial reports on December 18, 2023, and January 31, 2024, regarding the establishment of Surpique LP and the subsequent acquisition of Farfetch Holdings. With this acquisition, Coupang reinforces its position in the e-commerce market and streamlines its ownership structure. The company's financial health score is rated as "GOOD" by InvestingPro, with analysts expecting net income growth this year. For detailed insights into Coupang's valuation, growth prospects, and comprehensive financial analysis, investors can access the full Pro Research Report, available exclusively to InvestingPro subscribers.
In other recent news, Coupang Inc reported its fourth-quarter 2024 earnings, revealing a slight miss on revenue expectations but meeting earnings per share (EPS) forecasts. The company's revenue totaled $8 billion, falling short of the anticipated $8.35 billion, while EPS matched the forecast at $0.01. Despite the revenue miss, Coupang's adjusted EBITDA reached $421 million, surpassing consensus estimates by 15%. This was supported by the Fastest Last-Mile delivery service's growing revenue share and cost efficiencies. Coupang's management provided an optimistic outlook for 2025, forecasting approximately 20% year-over-year growth in core commerce consolidated revenue. Barclays (LON:BARC) has increased its price target for Coupang to $35, maintaining an Overweight rating, reflecting confidence in the company's continued revenue growth and margin expansion. Citi also lifted Coupang's stock price target to $29 and maintained a Buy rating, highlighting the company's strong operational performance. Meanwhile, Mizuho (NYSE:MFG) raised its price target to $27 but kept a Neutral rating, citing operational leverage and a reduction in losses from developing offerings as key factors.
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