UK clears Etsy's sale of Depop to eBay

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The UK Competition and Markets Authority has cleared eBay's acquisition of Depop from Etsy. The approval allows Etsy to proceed with the divestment of the fashion resale app, narrowing its focus back to its core marketplace for unique and handcrafted goods. The decision signals a shift in Etsy's business mix and raises questions about how the company will deploy the sale proceeds, including potential reinvestment, debt reduction, or shareholder returns. Etsy's stock recently showed a 30-day return of 15.5% amid the Depop clearance news.