UK CMA Conditionally Clears Shutterstock-Getty Images Merger

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Shutterstock announced that the UK's Competition and Markets Authority has conditionally cleared its merger with Getty Images, marking a significant step forward for the strategic transaction.

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• UK CMA Conditional Clearance

  The UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) issued its final report, conditionally clearing Shutterstock's previously announced merger with Getty Images Holdings, Inc.

• Critical Regulatory Milestone Achieved

  This decision represents a crucial regulatory approval, following previous reviews by the CMA and clearance from the U.S. Department of Justice, and comes after a recent FTC lawsuit and settlement.

• Strategic Merger Progresses

  The clearance advances the merger process, which is a key strategic move for Shutterstock given its recent financial performance, including Q1 2026 net losses and revenue declines.

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This 8-K confirms the UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has issued its final report, conditionally clearing the previously announced merger between Shutterstock and Getty Images. This is a critical regulatory milestone for the merger, which has been a key strategic initiative for Shutterstock amidst recent financial challenges including net losses and revenue declines. The clearance removes a significant hurdle, moving the company closer to completing the transaction.