"Walmart's Acquisition of VIZIO to Boost Walmart Connect via SmartCast OS"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Walmart Corporate
Walmart has agreed to acquire VIZIO Holding Corp. for approximately $2.3 billion, aiming to leverage VIZIO's SmartCast Operating System to enhance its Walmart Connect media business and create new opportunities for advertisers. The acquisition is expected to accelerate Walmart's media business in the U.S. and provide innovative television and in-home entertainment experiences for customers. VIZIO's customer-centric platform and advertising business, which has over 500 direct advertiser relationships, will be integrated with Walmart Connect. The transaction is subject to regulatory clearance and other closing conditions specified in the merger agreement.
