American Express Acquires TheFork from Tripadvisor for $700 Million

American Express has announced its acquisition of TheFork, a restaurant reservation platform, from Tripadvisor for $700 million. This strategic move aims to enhance American Express's offerings in the dining and travel sectors.

15 Jun, 11:27 — 15 Jun, 16:21

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Why this matters

This acquisition is significant for American Express as it expands its footprint in the restaurant reservation and dining services sector, potentially enhancing its value proposition for cardholders and increasing its presence in the European market. For Tripadvisor, the sale allows it to divest a non-core asset and potentially focus on its primary travel services.

Key entitiesAmerican Express TheFork Tripadvisor

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What 4 sources agree on, dispute, and miss

What sources agree on

American Express is acquiring TheFork
TheFork is being sold by Tripadvisor

Key claims1 agreed · 1 disputed · 1 unverified

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American Express is buying TheFork from Tripadvisor

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The acquisition price is $700 million

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Observador reports the price as 600 million (likely Euros)

The acquisition will elevate American Express's restaurant area to 75,000 units and accelerate TheFork's development in Europe

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Where they diverge

Acquisition price

Yahooseeking-alpha

The price is $700 million

observador

The price is 600 million (currency not specified, likely Euros)

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The strategic benefit for American Express, specifically expanding its restaurant area to 75,000 units and accelerating European development

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YahooMostly Factual1d ago

American Express buys TheFork from Tripadvisor for $700M

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seeking-alphaMixed1d ago

Tripadvisor agrees to sell TheFork to American Express for $700M

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Coverage Timeline

First report: seeking-alpha · 15 Jun, 11:27|Full coverage: 4 · 8h|Window: 8h

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seeking-alpha15 Jun, 11:27First to report

Tripadvisor agrees to sell TheFork to American Express for $700M

3h later

observador15 Jun, 14:01

American Express compra plataforma The Fork por 600 milhões

2h later

Yahoo15 Jun, 16:21

American Express buys TheFork from Tripadvisor for $700M

3h later

el-mundo15 Jun, 19:08Latest update

American Express compra TheFork por 600 millones para reforzar su negocio de restauración en Europa

Story evolution

Initial Reporting2026-06-15T11:27:39.000Z

Seeking Alpha first reported Tripadvisor's agreement to sell TheFork to American Express for $700 million.

European Context Added2026-06-15T14:01:00.000Z

Observador provided details on the strategic benefits for American Express and a slightly different acquisition price.

Confirmation and Price Recapitulation2026-06-15T16:21:40.000Z

Yahoo News confirmed the acquisition and the $700 million price point.

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American Express Acquires TheFork from Tripadvisor for $700 Million

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American Express buys TheFork from Tripadvisor for $700M

Tripadvisor agrees to sell TheFork to American Express for $700M

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Tripadvisor agrees to sell TheFork to American Express for $700M

American Express compra plataforma The Fork por 600 milhões

American Express buys TheFork from Tripadvisor for $700M

American Express compra TheFork por 600 millones para reforzar su negocio de restauración en Europa

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Key claims1 agreed · 1 disputed · 1 unverified

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