CNBC: Etsy Enters Brazil Market, Acquires Elo7 For $217 Million
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U.S. online crafts marketplace Etsy acquired Elo7, a Brazilian online marketplace, with a $217 million deal.
Etsy CEO Josh Silverman put a lot of trust in Elo7 and the e-commerce landscape in Brazil. He believes that over time, the growth rate of e-commerce in Brazil will surpass that of the U.S.
“Brazil is one of the biggest economies in the world, but its e-commerce sector is still in just the early days of penetration, so we think e-commerce is really poised for growth in Brazil,” Silverman said.
Elo7 is one of the biggest marketplaces in Brazil. It is a platform where merchants can come and build their own online shop and sell items to customers. They attracted over 56,000 sellers and served nearly 2 million shoppers.
This acquisition came weeks after Etsy announced the intention of purchasing the London-based e-commerce company that targets Gen-Z customers, Depop, to expand its influence in Europe.
The deal with Elo7 has sent Etsy’s shares shooting up by 7% on Monday.
Source: Etsy CEO bets on e-commerce growth in Brazil with $217 million Elo7 deal
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