Shutterstock, Inc. 8-K

What Happened

• On May 15, 2026, Shutterstock, Inc. (SSTK) reported that the UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) issued its final report in the CMA’s Phase 2 review of Shutterstock’s previously announced merger with Getty Images Holdings, Inc. The 8-K notes this regulatory development and includes standard forward-looking statement disclosures related to the proposed transaction and regulatory approvals.

Key Details

• Date of event: May 15, 2026 (CMA final Phase 2 report issued).
• Parties: Shutterstock, Inc. and Getty Images Holdings, Inc. (the proposed merger transaction under review).
• Related SEC filings referenced: Getty Images’ Form S-4 / information statement and the Company’s proxy statement/prospectus process (registration declared effective April 30, 2025).
• The 8-K reiterates forward-looking statement cautions and directs investors to the information statement/proxy statement/prospectus and risk-factor disclosures on the SEC and company websites for more detail.

Why It Matters

• Regulatory review outcomes and timing are material to whether and when the Shutterstock–Getty Images merger can close. The CMA’s Phase 2 final report is a substantive step in that review process and may affect transaction conditions or timing.
• Investors should review the proxy/prospectus and related risk disclosures for details on regulatory risks and how they could affect Shutterstock’s business, operations, and plans tied to the merger.