International Money Express Updates Western Union Merger Progress, Reports 2025 Financial Decline

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International Money Express updated on its pending acquisition by Western Union for $16.00/share, with most approvals secured and a Q2 2026 closing expected, despite a significant decline in 2025 financial results.

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• Merger Update

  The acquisition by The Western Union Company for $16.00 per share in cash is progressing, with stockholder approval received on December 9, 2025.

• Regulatory Approvals

  Money transmission regulators in 48 U.S. states/territories and the UK Financial Conduct Authority have approved the merger; approvals are pending from 4 remaining U.S. states/territories and the Bank of Spain.

• Anticipated Closing

  The merger is currently anticipated to be consummated in the second quarter of 2026.

• Financial Performance Decline

  For the year ended December 31, 2025, total revenues decreased by 7.7% to $607.8 million, and net income fell by 44.5% to $32.7 million, primarily due to a contraction in the remittance market.

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This annual report provides a significant update on the pending acquisition of International Money Express by The Western Union Company for $16.00 per share in cash. While the company reported a substantial decline in 2025 financial performance, including a 7.7% decrease in total revenues and a 44.5% drop in net income, the market's focus remains on the merger's completion. Stockholder approval has been secured, and most regulatory clearances are in hand, with an anticipated closing in Q2 2026. The stock is currently trading near the offer price, reflecting high market confidence in the deal's success, which effectively mitigates the impact of the negative operational results.