The Gross Law Firm Reminds ICON Investors of the Pending Class Action Lawsuit with a Lead Plaintiff Deadline of April 11, 2025 - ICLR

Core Viewpoint - The Gross Law Firm has issued a notice to shareholders of ICON Public Limited Company regarding a class action lawsuit due to alleged misleading statements and failure to disclose material information during the class period from July 27, 2023, to October 23, 2024 [1]. Allegations Summary - ICON is accused of suffering a material loss of business due to customer cost reduction measures and funding limitations impacting its client base [1]. - The company's functional service provision and hybrid model offerings were deemed insufficient to protect against a significant market downturn [1]. - Requests for proposals from biotechnology customers were primarily used for price discovery, not indicative of actual client demand [1]. - Customers canceled contracts, limited engagements, delayed clinical trial work, and failed to enter new contracts at historical rates [1]. - ICON's two largest customers were diversifying their clinical research organization providers away from the company [1]. - As a result of the above issues, ICON's reported net new business awards and book-to-bill metrics misrepresented actual client demand [1]. - Consequently, ICON was tracking significantly below the 2024 revenue and EPS guidance issued during the class period, which lacked a reasonable factual basis [1]. Next Steps for Shareholders - Shareholders are encouraged to register for the class action by April 11, 2025, to participate in the case without any cost or obligation [2]. - Registered shareholders will be enrolled in a portfolio monitoring software for status updates throughout the case lifecycle [2]. Firm's Mission - The Gross Law Firm aims to protect the rights of investors affected by deceit, fraud, and illegal business practices, ensuring companies adhere to responsible business practices [3].