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Shutterstock Faces Legal Challenges in Getty Merger

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Shutterstock Faces Legal Challenges in Getty Merger

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Shutterstock ( (SSTK) ) just unveiled an announcement.

On January 6, 2025, Shutterstock entered into a merger agreement with Getty Images, involving a series of mergers that will result in Shutterstock becoming a wholly owned subsidiary of Getty Images. The merger proposal, set to be voted on June 10, 2025, has faced legal challenges, with stockholder actions alleging misinformation in the proxy statement. Despite these challenges, Shutterstock plans to supplement its proxy statement to avoid delays, although it denies any wrongdoing.

The most recent analyst rating on (SSTK) stock is a Hold with a $50.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Shutterstock stock, see the SSTK Stock Forecast page.

Spark’s Take on SSTK Stock

According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, SSTK is a Neutral.

Shutterstock’s strong revenue growth and solid dividend yield are significant positives, but these are offset by challenges in net profitability and bearish technical indicators. While valuation remains favorable, the company’s constrained free cash flow and negative short-term momentum present risks. Positive corporate events provide a supportive outlook, suggesting potential for recovery and growth in the longer term.

To see Spark’s full report on SSTK stock, click here.

More about Shutterstock

Shutterstock, Inc. is a Delaware-based corporation operating in the media and content industry, primarily known for its stock photography, footage, and music services. The company focuses on providing creative content and tools to businesses, marketing agencies, and media organizations globally.

Average Trading Volume: 428,902

Technical Sentiment Signal: Sell

Current Market Cap: $636.7M

For detailed information about SSTK stock, go to TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.

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