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Avito

E-commerce·Russia·Exited 2015·Held 5yr
Entry
2010
Hold
5yr
Exit
2015

Who owns Avito?

Avito is an E-commerce company based in Russia, now owned by Naspers, which acquired it in 2015 from Northzone Ventures.

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Northzone Ventures
Investor
Northzone Ventures
Northzone (early funds) · 1996 · VC

Key facts

HQRussia
SectorE-commerce
StatusAcquired
Exit Type
Trade Sale
Buyer
Naspers
Exit Year
2015

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Questions

Who owns Avito?

Avito is now owned by Naspers, which acquired it in 2015 from Northzone Ventures.

When did Naspers acquire Avito?

Naspers acquired Avito in 2015, buying from Northzone Ventures.

Who did Avito sell to?

Northzone Ventures sold Avito to Naspers in 2015 (Trade Sale).

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