Clear Channel Outdoor To Be Acquired By Mubadala Capital, In Partnership With TWG Global, For $6.2B; Shareholders To Receive $2.43 Per Share In Cash, Representing A 71% Premium To Unaffected Share Price

Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:CCO) ("Clear Channel" or the "Company"), a leader in U.S. out-of-home (OOH) advertising, today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by Mubadala Capital, in partnership with TWG Global ("TWG"). The all-cash transaction values Clear Channel at an enterprise value of $6.2 billion.

The transaction represents a significant milestone in Clear Channel's transformation, creating a streamlined and nimble ownership structure, supported by long-term capital from Mubadala Capital. With approximately $3 billion of equity capital committed, this investment is expected to enhance the Company's financial flexibility, support ongoing deleveraging efforts, and reposition it to pursue new avenues of growth. Wade Davis, a media and technology veteran who partnered with Mubadala Capital and TWG on the transaction, is expected to join Clear Channel as Executive Chairman, bringing deep industry experience to support the company's next chapter of transformation.

Under the terms of the agreement, the investor group will acquire 100% of Clear Channel's outstanding common stock, with Clear Channel's common shareholders receiving $2.43 per share in cash. The per share purchase price represents a 71% premium to the Company's unaffected share price of $1.42 on October 16, 2025, the last trading day prior to media reports regarding a potential transaction involving the Company.

"We believe this transaction delivers compelling value to our shareholders, strengthens our financial flexibility by reducing debt and increasing cash flow to invest in the business, and positions Clear Channel for its next phase of long-term growth," said Scott Wells, Chief Executive Officer of Clear Channel. "We appreciate that Mubadala Capital and TWG recognize the significant transformation our business has successfully undergone in recent years, and we look forward to partnering with them."

"This transaction reflects Mubadala Capital's approach to investing: identifying high-quality businesses where complexity creates opportunity and long-term partnership drives value. Clear Channel is a category leader with a strong platform and significant potential ahead. We look forward to supporting the company and its management through active ownership, disciplined execution, and long-term capital," said Oscar Fahlgren, Chief Investment Officer of Mubadala Capital.

"This landmark transaction represents the ideal expression of our partnership with Mubadala Capital and TWG's investment thesis in motion," said Mark Walter, Co-Chairman and CEO of TWG. "Mubadala Capital's ability to approach complex transactional situations with creativity and commit resources to support high-conviction opportunities, combined with TWG's operational expertise and track record of driving large-scale digital transformation across a range of industries, will set up Clear Channel and its management team to lead the sector at this exciting inflection point and build the next generation of digital advertising infrastructure."

"Clear Channel's nationwide billboard network and airport inventory give us a unique platform to drive the transformation of the outdoor advertising industry," said Mr. Davis. "In partnership with Mubadala Capital and TWG, I look forward to working with management to continue investing in data, measurement and transaction platforms, and unlocking the true potential of this powerful medium to drive meaningful outcomes for agencies and advertisers."

Transaction Details

The agreement was unanimously approved by Clear Channel's Board of Directors. The transaction is expected to close by the end of the third quarter of 2026, subject to customary closing conditions, including receipt of required regulatory approvals and approval by Clear Channel's common shareholders. Following the close of the transaction, Clear Channel's common stock will no longer be listed for trading on any public market. Clear Channel intends to remain headquartered in San Antonio, Texas.

The investor group, in partnership with Mr. Davis as Executive Chairman, will work closely with Clear Channel's management team to support the Company's long-term strategic direction, operational execution, and digital transformation initiatives. Newlight Partners is serving as a strategic partner to Mubadala Capital on the transaction. 

Equity financing will be provided by Mubadala Capital in partnership with TWG. Apollo-managed funds (NYSE:APO) (the "Apollo Funds") have committed to invest preferred equity in the transaction. Debt financing has been committed by a group led by JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and Apollo Funds.

Under the terms of the definitive agreement, Clear Channel will have a 45 day "go-shop" period during which it is permitted to actively solicit, evaluate, and consider alternative acquisition proposals from third parties. The go-shop period will expire at 11:59 PM ET on March 26, 2026. There can be no assurance that this process will result in other acquisition proposals or a superior proposal, and Clear Channel does not intend to disclose developments regarding the solicitation process unless and until its Board of Directors has made a decision with respect to any potential superior proposal.

Certain holders of approximately 48% of Clear Channel's outstanding shares of common stock as of September 30, 2025 have entered into voting agreements to support the transaction.

Additional information regarding the transaction will be filed by Clear Channel with the Securities and Exchange Commission in a Current Report on Form 8-K.

2025 Fourth Quarter Earnings Update

As a result of this announcement, Clear Channel will release 2025 fourth quarter results as scheduled on Thursday, February 26, 2026, through a press release, but will not host a conference call or webcast.