DallasNews reveals ISS advises shareholders to vote 'FOR' merger with Hearst
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Sep 09 2025
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Proxy Advisory Firm Recommendation: Institutional Shareholder Services (ISS) has recommended that shareholders vote in favor of the merger with Hearst, offering $15.00 per share in cash, which is a 242% premium over the previous closing price of $4.39 per share.
Support for the Merger: ISS's recommendation follows a similar endorsement from Glass, Lewis & Co., highlighting the benefits of the cash offer, the significant premium, and the reduced risk for shareholders if the merger is not approved.
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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.
