Interpublic Group (IPG) and Omnicom Receive FTC Second Request for Merger Review
March 13, 2025 – The Interpublic Group of Companies, Inc. (NYSE: IPG) and Omnicom Group Inc. (NYSE: OMC) have announced that they received a Second Request from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) regarding the regulatory review of their proposed merger agreement.

Key Developments:
The merger agreement, originally signed on December 8, 2024, proposes that IPG will merge with and become a wholly owned subsidiary of Omnicom.
Both companies are scheduled to hold special stockholder meetings on March 18, 2025, to approve the transaction.
The FTC's Second Request signals a deeper antitrust review and extends the waiting period under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Act, delaying the deal’s timeline.
The merger remains subject to stockholder approval, regulatory clearances, and other closing conditions.
Company Statement:
IPG and Omnicom reaffirm their commitment to completing the merger, emphasizing that the combination will enhance advertising, marketing, and corporate communication services for global clients. Both companies continue to cooperate fully with the FTC’s review process.