SoftBank Group

The ride-hailing and e-commerce provider is discussing stake sales that would occur after the lock-up period expires on Nov 30.

A disruptor is getting disrupted, and crushed

The company is seeking to expedite its listing process, according to people familiar with the matter.

After closing at an all-time high on March 3, SoftBank shares slipped 5.3% on March 4 amid a decline in the broader stock market.

SoftBank Corp shares were down as much 3.4% to 1,383 yen ($17.81) on Monday after parent SoftBank Group Corp. announced plans to sell about a third of its holding.

Several SoftBank-backed companies have also pulled off successful initial public offerings, raising the prospects for more in the future.

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(Dec 12): SoftBank Vision Fund managing partner Praveen Akkiraju is stepping down from the behemoth investment vehicle to explore working with early stage startups in either an operational or investment role.