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IAC COMPLETES SPIN-OFF OF ANGI, NOW AN INDEPENDENT COMPANY
Prnewswireยท2025-04-01 12:30

Core Viewpoint - IAC has successfully completed the spin-off of Angi, making it an independent publicly traded company, allowing both entities to focus on their strategic objectives and growth opportunities [1][4][5]. Company Overview - IAC is now comprised of category-leading businesses, including Dotdash Meredith and Care.com, and holds strategic equity positions in various industries, such as MGM Resorts International and Turo Inc. [11] - Angi, which has been operational for over 25 years, assists homeowners in completing home projects and supports home professionals in growing their businesses, having helped over 150 million people [12][13]. Leadership Changes - Joey Levin transitioned from IAC CEO to Executive Chairman of Angi, collaborating with Angi CEO Jeff Kip to achieve the company's strategic goals [2][4]. - Barry Diller, Chairman and Senior Executive of IAC, emphasized the renewed focus on future opportunities for both IAC and Angi following the spin-off [3]. Transaction Details - The spin-off was approved by IAC's board on March 7, 2025, with a special dividend distributing all shares of Angi capital stock to IAC shareholders [6][7]. - The distribution occurred on March 31, 2025, with approximately 0.5251 shares of Angi Class A common stock distributed for each share of IAC stock held as of the record date [8]. Strategic Focus - Angi is expected to benefit from a simplified capital structure and an undiluted focus on its strategic priorities, including potential mergers and acquisitions, capital formation, and talent acquisition [4]. - Angi aims to return to revenue growth in 2026, having improved customer experience and profitability over the past two and a half years [5].