Palo Alto Networks Acquires CyberArk for $25 Billion

• Palo Alto Networks acquires CyberArk for $25 billion
• The agreement allows to strengthen positions in the cybersecurity market
• CyberArk showed revenue growth of 46% in the second quarter

Palo Alto Networks, which specializes in cybersecurity, announced its intention to acquire CyberArk in a deal valued at approximately $25 billion. CyberArk, headquartered in Petah Tikva, Israel, develops software designed to detect attacks on privileged accounts.

CyberArk shareholders will receive $45 in cash and 2.2005 shares of common stock of Palo Alto Networks for each share of CyberArk they own. The agreement allows Palo Alto Networks to gain access to the identity security market.

Palo Alto Networks' CEO Nikesh Arora stated that the company aims to enter new categories in the next phase of its development, and believes that this is the time for identity security. Wedbush analyst Dan Ives called this deal "a strategic success," noting that Palo Alto aims to create a comprehensive solution to combat the growing threats from artificial intelligence.

Separately, CyberArk reported financial results, including a 46% increase in revenues in the second quarter. The adjusted earnings per share were $0.88, which exceeded the average forecast of analysts.

Both boards of directors of Palo Alto Networks and CyberArk unanimously approved the deal, which is expected to be completed in the second half of Palo Alto Networks' fiscal year 2026. The agreement still requires approval from CyberArk shareholders.

Palo Alto Networks, based in Santa Clara, California, shares fell 8% during early trading, while CyberArk shares declined by 1.8%.

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