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eBay Inc. reports news about its global online marketplace, which connects buyers and sellers through commerce categories that include fashion, recommerce, consumer-to-consumer selling and automotive listings. Company updates commonly cover gross merchandise volume, revenue, operating margins, marketplace activity, advertising and transaction-based monetization, and capital returns through dividends and share repurchases.
Recurring developments also include seller and buyer experience initiatives, resale integrations with commerce and payments partners, curated marketplace programs, digital showroom launches, governance matters, shareholder voting topics and capital-structure disclosures. The company’s news flow reflects both operating performance and the evolution of its marketplace model across domestic and international commerce.
eBay Inc. (NASDAQ: EBAY) appointed Steve Priest as Chief Financial Officer, effective June 21, 2021. Steve will manage eBay's financial operations globally, reporting to CEO Jamie Iannone. Previously, he served as CFO at JetBlue, where he drove innovation and customer satisfaction. With nearly 20 years at British Airways, Steve has held senior positions and brings extensive financial expertise. Interim CFO Andy Cring will assist in the transition after Steve's onboarding.
eBay Inc. (NASDAQ: EBAY) has appointed Stefanie Jay as the new Chief Business and Strategy Officer, effective May 10, 2021. This newly created role integrates Strategy, Business Operations, Analytics, and Communications to enhance data utilization and strategic storytelling. Stefanie brings over 20 years of experience from Walmart and Goldman Sachs. CEO Jamie Iannone highlighted her leadership skills, stating she will be instrumental in implementing eBay's tech-led transformation strategy. eBay continues to focus on empowering economic opportunities globally.
eBay Inc. (Nasdaq: EBAY) announced a $2.5 billion public offering of senior unsecured notes, comprising $750 million of 1.400% Notes due 2026, $750 million of 2.600% Notes due 2031, and $1 billion of 3.650% Notes due 2051. The offering's pricing is set at approximately 99.870%, 99.956%, and 99.909% of their respective principal amounts. eBay plans to use net proceeds to repay $750 million of 3.80% Notes due 2022 and $600 million of 2.60% Notes due 2022, with the remainder for general corporate purposes. The closing is expected on May 10, 2021.
eBay Inc. (Nasdaq: EBAY) reported strong first-quarter 2021 results, with revenue reaching $3.0 billion, a 42% increase year-over-year. Gross merchandise volume (GMV) was $27.5 billion, up 29%. GAAP net income rose to $569 million or $0.82 per diluted share, while non-GAAP net income reached $758 million or $1.09 per share. The company expanded its managed payments globally, achieving 52% of on-platform volume processed through this system. eBay also enhanced seller tools and reported robust growth in core categories, including sneakers and trading cards.
eBay, a leading luxury watch marketplace, has introduced an escrow payment option for transactions involving luxury watches priced over $10,000. This feature, powered by Escrow.com, enhances security and trust between buyers and sellers by withholding funds until the transaction is completed. eBay has seen a significant increase in demand for high-value collectibles, with over 196,000 luxury watches sold in 2020. The new escrow option aims to streamline buying and selling while building confidence among users in the luxury segment.
eBay is launching a series of in-person events nationwide to authenticate collectible items such as sneakers, luxury watches, and trading cards. Starting in Atlanta on April 9-10, collectors can have items appraised and authenticated on-site. Events will also occur in Nashville, Seattle, Las Vegas, and Austin in the following weeks. According to recent data, the global market for these collectibles is valued in the billions, highlighting the growing trend of viewing collections as investment opportunities. eBay's initiative aims to enhance buyer confidence through its Authenticity Guarantee program.
eBay Inc. announced the expiration of its cash tender offer for its $1 billion 2.60% Notes due 2022. As of March 23, 2021, $394.4 million, or 39.44% of the outstanding Notes, were validly tendered. Payment for these Notes is scheduled for March 24, 2021. The tender offer consideration is set at $1,024.39 per $1,000 principal amount, plus accrued interest. BofA Securities acted as Dealer Manager, while D.F. King & Co. served as the Tender and Information Agent.
eBay is set to launch a new feature that will streamline the listing process for trading cards, significantly reducing listing time by 50%. Starting in late April, sellers can use eBay's mobile apps to scan cards, beginning with Magic the Gathering, and expanding to Pokémon and Yu-Gi-Oh! cards in May. This tool comes amid a surge in demand, with 4 million more trading cards sold last year. Additional enhancements include relaxed return policies and low-cost shipping options, aimed at improving the trading card marketplace experience.
eBay has priced its cash tender offer for $1 billion of its 2.60% Notes due 2022. The offer, detailed in the Offer to Purchase, allows holders to exchange their notes for cash. The Tender Offer Consideration, calculated based on U.S. Treasury securities, is $1,024.39 per $1,000 of principal. The offer expires on March 23, 2021, at 5:00 PM New York City time. Successful participants will receive accrued interest, and notes not tendered will remain outstanding obligations of eBay. The company is not obligated to redeem any notes.
eBay Inc. (Nasdaq: EBAY) has launched a cash tender offer for its outstanding 2.60% Notes due 2022, totaling $1 billion. The offer commenced on March 17, 2021, with a deadline for tendering notes set for March 23, 2021. Holders must meet specific conditions to participate, including validly tendering their notes by the deadline. Following the offer's expiration, holders of accepted notes will receive accrued interest. The company retains the right to terminate the offer at any time. BofA Securities, Inc. is acting as the Dealer Manager for this tender offer.