Nuvei Acquires Payoneer for $2.75B in Cross-Border Payments Deal
By Varun Mittal
Global payments leader Nuvei is acquiring cross-border platform Payoneer for $2.75 billion in an all-cash deal, significantly expanding its payment acceptance and payout infrastructure.
Nuvei Buys Payoneer in $2.75 Billion Payments Deal
Nuvei, a global payments technology company, has agreed to acquire Payoneer, a prominent cross-border payments and multi-currency platform, in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately $2.75 billion.
This strategic move aims to merge Nuvei’s payment acceptance capabilities with Payoneer’s extensive cross-border payouts infrastructure, creating a unified financial ecosystem.
Deal Details & Strategic Vision
- Nuvei will purchase all issued and outstanding shares of Payoneer Global Inc. at $7.40 per share in cash.
- The combined entity will support businesses on major digital commerce platforms like Amazon, eBay, Walmart, and Shopify.
- It will also enhance capabilities in emerging financial models, including agentic commerce and stablecoin payments.
- Payoneer brings an established regulatory presence, with licenses in mainland China and in-principle authorization in India.
Leaders from both companies expressed enthusiasm for building an integrated infrastructure that supports customers across the entire transaction lifecycle, from payment acceptance to global settlement.
What’s Next for the Acquisition
The transaction has been approved by both companies’ boards of directors. It is anticipated to conclude in mid-2027.
The closing remains subject to Payoneer shareholder approval and necessary regulatory clearances.