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Omnicom supplements proxy statement for IPG merger to address stockholder lawsuits
OMNICOM GROUP INC.
- Three lawsuits filed by IPG and Omnicom stockholders allege disclosure deficiencies in the joint proxy statement/prospectus.
- Omnicom and IPG deny wrongdoing but voluntarily supplement disclosures to avoid litigation risk and delays.
- Supplemental disclosures add details on PJT Partners engagement, Omnicom transaction committee formation, and financial projections.
- Special stockholder meetings for both companies remain scheduled on March 18, 2025.
- No admission of liability or legal necessity for the additional disclosures.