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Adobe Stock: Regulatory Blockade Backfires Spectacularly

Felix Baarz by Felix Baarz
August 1, 2025
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Adobe’s failed $20 billion acquisition of design software rival Figma has turned into a costly misstep, as Figma’s explosive IPO debut now values the company at over $50 billion—more than double Adobe’s original offer. The deal collapsed in late 2023 after U.S. antitrust regulators intervened, fearing excessive market concentration. Instead of neutralizing a competitor, Adobe inadvertently fueled its rise: Figma’s shares surged 250% on their first trading day, from $33 to $115.50, with pre-market gains pushing the stock above $124.

A Rival Empowered by Regulatory Intervention

The IPO has transformed Figma into a formidable, well-capitalized adversary, with its CEO’s net worth estimated at $6 billion overnight. For Adobe, the irony is stark—the very regulators who blocked the merger have enabled a direct competitor to flourish. Analysts note Figma’s valuation underscores the soaring demand for collaborative design tools, a market Adobe could have dominated. Instead, the company now faces a rival with fresh capital and momentum, while investors question Adobe’s strategic foresight.

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Felix Baarz

Felix Baarz

My name is Felix Baarz, and I look back on over fifteen years of experience as a business journalist. I have always been fascinated by the mechanisms and dynamics of global financial markets as well as the complex economic and political interconnections that shape our world. With this passion, I have made a name for myself as an expert on international financial markets and dedicate myself with great commitment to making even the most complex topics understandable and accessible to my readers. My roots lie in Cologne, where I was born and raised. Early on, my curiosity about economic topics and international developments sparked my interest in journalism. After completing my studies, I began my career as a business editor at a respected German trade publication. Here I laid the foundation for my professional career, but my curiosity soon drew me out into the wider world. A turning point in my life was moving to New York, where I lived for six years and gained insight into leading media houses. In this vibrant metropolis, I was able to report firsthand from the heart of the global financial world. From daily developments on Wall Street to major economic policy decisions that make waves worldwide, I had the opportunity to write about central topics that move people and markets alike. This time shaped my perspective and sharpened my view of global interconnections.

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