Thryv Sells Print Directories Business to Carolwood for $142M Cash
THRY is trading near its 52-week low of $1.761 (5.1% above the low).
Summary
Thryv agreed to sell its print directories business to Carolwood L.P. for $142 million in cash, with proceeds earmarked for debt repayment. The divestiture accelerates Thryv's transformation into a pure-play SaaS company.
Key Events · M&A and Partnerships · THRY
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Print Business Sold for $142M
Thryv entered a definitive agreement to sell its US, Australia, and New Zealand print Yellow/White Pages directories and digital editions to Coldwater YP, LLC, an affiliate of Carolwood L.P., for $142 million in cash.
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Proceeds Target Debt Reduction
Net proceeds will be used to repay outstanding debt and other liabilities, strengthening the balance sheet following the Q2 net loss of $16.7M and restructuring disclosed in August 2026.
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SaaS Pivot Accelerates
Internet Yellow Pages and other online properties are excluded from the sale and retained by Thryv, concentrating the company on its AI-powered Growth Platform for local service businesses.
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Closing Expected Q4 2026
The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions, including IRS tax lien release documentation, and is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2026.
Analysis · THRY · Trade & Services
Thryv is exiting its legacy print directories business in a $142 million all-cash sale to Carolwood L.P., a move that reshapes the company's financial profile. The proceeds will be used to repay debt and other liabilities, directly addressing the balance-sheet pressure highlighted by the Q2 net loss and restructuring disclosed in August. The deal removes a declining revenue stream while providing liquidity to support the company's pivot to its AI-powered SaaS platform. The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions and is expected to close in Q4 2026.
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