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Urban One signs $25M deal for Emmis Indianapolis radio cluster, expects Q3 2022 close
URBAN ONE, INC.
- Definitive asset purchase agreement to acquire WYXB, WLHK, WIBC, translators, and Network Indiana from Emmis for $25M.
- Transaction expected to be accretive to earnings; Urban One will sell WHHH and WNOW intellectual property to a third party.
- Both acquisition and disposition subject to FCC approval and customary conditions; anticipated closing in Q3 2022.
- Emmis to continue operating its stations and Urban One to operate WHHH until transaction closes.