Silver Lake has completed the acquisition of Endeavor Group Holdings, enhancing its position as a prominent player in the media and entertainment sector.

Target Information

Endeavor Group Holdings, Inc. (“Endeavor”) is a prominent global sports and entertainment company headquartered in Beverly Hills, California. The Company specializes in talent representation, intellectual property management, and brand development across various media sectors. Following the completion of its acquisition by Silver Lake and other investors, Endeavor has transitioned from a public to a private entity. Shareholders will receive $27.50 in cash for each share of Endeavor Class A common stock they owned, reflecting a significant premium of 55% over the stock's last unaffected market value.

As part of this acquisition, Endeavor's portfolio of representation businesses has been rebranded as WME Group, which includes leading organizations such as the talent agency WME, the global marketing agency 160over90, IMG Licensing, and Pantheon Media Group. Collectively, these enterprises emphasize talent representation, brand promotion, and strategic media partnerships.

Industry Overview

The media and entertainment industry in the United States represents a dynamic and rapidly evolving sector, characterized by significant revenue generation and an expanding range of services. As of recent estimates, the industry contributes approximately $1.2 trillion to the U.S. economy, with s