Silver Lake and GIC have agrred to acquire minority stake in Ancestry.com from existing equity holders for $2.6bn..

Silver Lake and GIC, investment companies have agreed to acquire a minority stake in Ancestry.com, the leading provider of online family history data and personal DNA testing, from existing equity holders for $2.6bn. “Silver Lake's and GIC's investments constitute a vote of confidence in our future, an affirmation of the work we have done to build our company and, most importantly, a validation of the tremendous opportunities we see ahead. Silver Lake’s track record for successful technology investing at scale, coupled with its exceptional operational expertise, fits closely with our vision for accelerating growth across our entire business as we help people around the world learn more about who they are and where they come from. GIC, the Permira funds, and Spectrum Equity have been tremendous partners to Ancestry over the years, and we look forward to further deepening our relationship with these institutions as we continue to build out our business globally.” Tim Sullivan, Ancestry President and Chief Executive Officer.