https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/bumble-shares-soar-after-report-dating-firm-in-1bn-takeover-talksContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/bumble-shares-soar-after-report-dating-firm-in-1bn-takeover-talkshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/bumble-shares-soar-after-report-dating-firm-in-1bn-takeover-talks#u134085Mon, 19 Oct 2026 01:46:23 +0000Bumble shares jumped between 50% and 57% on Monday following reports that the dating app is in advanced talks to go private. Multiple sources cite a valuation of approximately $1 billion, with some reports identifying Ithaca Holdings as the potential buyer. Other reports claim the company has already been acquired for $1.3 billion. The stock increase pushed Bumble's market valuation above $580 million, though this remains a significant drop from its peak valuation of more than $14 billion.Why it mattersThe company recently removed its rule requiring women to initiate chats. The potential