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4d ago

Palo Alto Networks’ $25 Billion CyberArk Acquisition Clears Board Approval, Heads for Regulatory Review

The deal extends Palo Alto’s identity security push by integrating CyberArk’s privileged access management into its AI-driven platform pending regulatory review

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Overview

  • The boards of both Palo Alto Networks and CyberArk have unanimously approved the $25 billion acquisition.
  • The transaction is expected to close in the second half of Palo Alto’s fiscal 2026 after winning regulatory clearance and a CyberArk shareholder vote.
  • The agreement marks Palo Alto’s formal entry into identity security by folding CyberArk’s privileged access management expertise into its AI-backed cybersecurity suite.
  • Palo Alto’s share price has fallen more than 12% since news of the deal broke, while CyberArk’s stock has climbed over 15%.
  • Analysts flag the roughly 26% premium paid for CyberArk and point to revenue guidance that fell short of expectations as potential pressure on Palo Alto’s organic growth.