Rumble Secures $775 Million Investment from Tether, Stock Soars Over 75%

Digital assets company Tether made a $775 million strategic investment disclosed by Rumble (RUM, Financials). After the announcement, Rumble’s stock price is up 76%, trading for $12.66 to represent investor excitement for the alliance meant to support decentralization.

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Under the deal, Tether will buy 103.3 million Rumble Class A Common Stock shares at $7.50 each. From the earnings, Rumble intends to deploy $250 million to support its financial sheet and drive its growth objectives. The remaining money will help to finance a self-tender offer for up to 70 million Class A Common Stock shares, therefore giving liquidity to owners.

Particularly with respect to decentralization and free expression, Chris Pavlovski, CEO of Rumble, stressed the connection between Rumble and Tether. Underlining Tether’s dedication to similar ideals of independence and openness, this alliance sets Rumble for its next stage of expansion, Pavlovski added.

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Tether’s CEO, Paolo Ardoino, spoke about the partnership as a means of encouraging decentralization and free speech. Tether also wants to investigate prospects with Rumble in cloud services, crypto payment solutions, and advertising.

Pavlovski will retain his majority share in Rumble after the sale, while Tether will have a minority role devoid of board participation. With usual closing conditions and regulatory clearances in process, the agreement is scheduled to conclude in the first quarter of 2025.

This article first appeared on GuruFocus.