Stockholders Approve 13 Million Share Increase for Long-Term Incentive Plan

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iHeartMedia stockholders approved a significant increase of 13 million shares for its long-term incentive plan, bringing the total authorized shares to 32 million and potentially diluting existing shareholders by nearly 10% from the new authorization.

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• Incentive Plan Expanded

  Stockholders approved the second amendment to the 2021 Long-Term Incentive Award Plan, which was previously proposed in April and May filings.

• Share Pool Increase

  The number of shares available for issuance under the plan increased by 13,000,000, bringing the total reserved shares to 32,000,000.

• Potential Dilution

  This newly authorized amount represents a potential dilution of approximately 9.99% based on the 130,004,255 outstanding shares. If all 32 million shares now reserved were issued, total potential dilution would be approximately 24.61%.

• Plan Term Extended

  The right to grant awards under the amended plan was extended through June 4, 2036.

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iHeartMedia stockholders approved an amendment to the 2021 Long-Term Incentive Award Plan, increasing the shares available for issuance by 13 million to a total of 32 million. This authorization adds a significant number of shares to the pool for equity awards, representing a potential dilution of approximately 9.99% based on current outstanding shares. If all 32 million shares now reserved under the amended plan were issued, the total potential dilution would be approximately 24.61%. While such plans are common for talent retention, this substantial increase in potential share count could weigh on existing shareholder value, especially given the company's recent liquidity management actions, including a $75.0 million ABL draw.