Discovery said this move will help grow its audience share and strengthen its existing portfolio of female and lifestyle brands, which includes TLC and ID.
However, the transaction is not subject to a financing condition and is expected to close in the third quarter, subject to customary closing conditions, including receipt of regulatory and shareholder approvals.
HSBC’s estimate that Zomato is significantly overvalued comes amid increased scrutiny by investors of unicorns, or private companies that are valued more than $1 billion.