Bukalapak Reportedly Wants To Acquire Transmart Owned By Conglomerate Chairul Tanjung, Management: Not True, CT Also Denies It

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JAKARTA - Technology company PT Bukalapak.com Tbk (BUKA) has denied reports that it will acquire Transmart, owned by conglomerate Chairul Tanjung. In an official statement, the company confirmed that the information regarding the purchase plan to acquire Transmart was incorrect.

"Through this opportunity, the company would like to convey that the news regarding the plan to purchase Transmart is not true, as has also been denied by Chairul Tanjung," explained Bukalapak management in a written statement, quoted Wednesday, December 15.

However, Bukalapak is always open to developing cooperation with any party.

"Especially if there are opportunities that have good potential and are also in line with the company, both in terms of services, segments and the same goals as the company and that can provide synergies for the company's business growth in the future," wrote Bukalapak management.

Management added that regarding corporate actions, Bukalapak will always pay attention to and comply with the applicable laws and regulations, including the regulations of the Financial Services Authority and the Stock Exchange Regulations.

Previously, there was news that Bukalapak wanted to acquire Transmart. However, Chairul Tanjung and the boss of CT Corp denied the news that Transmart's shares would be sold to Bukalapak or other strategic investors.

"No, there is not (planned sale of Transmart)," said Chairul Tanjung, quoted from Kontan.