FTC Will Not Appeal Surmodics' Acquisition
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Nov 17 2025
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Acquisition Status: Surmodics is set to finalize its acquisition by an affiliate of GTCR, with no intention from the FTC or state regulators to appeal a recent court ruling that supports the merger.
Temporary Restraining Order: The merger's completion is currently subject to a Temporary Restraining Order, which prevents finalization until after 5:00 p.m. Central Time on November 17.
Joint Motion to Terminate TRO: Surmodics and GTCR have filed a joint motion with the District Court to lift the Temporary Restraining Order.
Closing Conditions: The merger's consummation is contingent upon meeting specific closing conditions, including the absence of any legal prohibitions and no significant adverse effects on the company.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
