Read Memos From Omnicom and IPG CEOs After Shareholder Approval Vote
Briefly

Omnicom Group's acquisition of Interpublic Group (IPG) has received shareholder approval as of March 18, marking a pivotal step toward forming the world's largest advertising network. Announced in December 2024, the deal still requires regulatory approval but is anticipated to finalize in the latter half of 2025. Both CEOs expressed optimism about the merger, emphasizing opportunities for enhanced marketing capabilities and talent integration. They remain focused on client services during this transition, arguing that the merger positions them to lead in a changing marketing environment.
We will have the industry's deepest bench of marketing talent and offer the most innovative services and products, all underpinned by an advanced sales and marketing platform.
Their strong support confirms the compelling value proposition of the deal, which is poised to create new opportunities for our people and clients in a constantly changing marketing landscape.
Today's stockholder approval is an exciting advancement in our journey to become a combined company with Interpublic, and we remain on track to complete the transaction in the second half of 2025.
Together, Omnicom and Interpublic are uniquely positioned to lead in a new era of marketing transformation.
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