Twitter in the Spotlight: Who’s Really Wanting a Ticket?
Rumours Swirl like a Bad Kiss‑so‑Do‑It Tweet
Word on the griff, that the big‑tech platform Twitter could soon get a new owner, has everyone swapping GIFs of “Is this real?” in the comment sections. It’s a plot that can’t or shouldn’t be missed.
Who’s the “Potential Buyer” and Why Are They Interesting?
- Prince Al‑waleed bin Talal – the Saudi billionaire who normally deals in oil and luxury cars, but might just trade a laptop for an entire social‑media app.
- Steve Ballmer – former Microsoft CEO, the guy who knew how to make a computer roar in the 90s, now looking to turn a micro‑service into a gigantic micro‑service.
When these two marketers meet, they may bring a shake‑up for Twitter’s CEO, board, and maybe even some fresh emojis.
Stock Market’s Bouncing Reaction
Stocks didn’t stay polite – they jumped a nice 8% after the rumor was out “last night.” The market’s reaction, if the headlines are correct, looks as high‑jacked as a crazy emoji on a roller coaster.
Why Analysts Are Currently Thumbing Their Own Nose
“We see a takeover of Twitter led by these two investors as unlikely,” writes Scott Kessler from S&P Global Equity. He opines that the company’s global performance, tools and even its balance sheet are already valuable enough.
“A strong activist or strategic buyer would need to make the jump and drive a deal that actually works,” he added, implying that the market cap—about $11 billion—can stand alone for a while.
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