Transaction · Lending · 2021

Earnest / Going Merry 2021

Earnest acquired Going Merry on November 11, 2021.

Target
Going Merry
Acquirer
Earnest
Announced
November 11, 2021
Sub-sector
Lending

Transaction overview

  • Earnest announced the acquisition of Going Merry on November 11, 2021.
  • The deal is expected to close pending customary conditions.

Strategic rationale

Acquisition of financial aid and scholarship platform extends Earnest's mission to reduce student debt burden and make higher education more affordable.

Deal terms & multiples

Deal value
Not disclosed
Target revenue
Not disclosed
Target EBITDA
Not disclosed
EV / Revenue
Not disclosed
EV / EBITDA
Not disclosed
Announcement
November 11, 2021
Acquirer
Earnest (Strategic)
Sub-sector
Lending

Frequently asked questions

When did Earnest announce the acquisition of Going Merry?

Earnest announced the acquisition of Going Merry on November 11, 2021.

What sub-sector is Going Merry in?

Going Merry is tracked in the Lending sub-sector.

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