Omnicom and Interpublic have confirmed that they have received all but two regional regulatory
approvals required to proceed with their combination.
Along with the European Union, the remaining country yet to greenlight the deal is Mexico.
The firms said they still
expect to complete their transaction by the end of the year.
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Separately, the firms said they’re extending the expiration date to Oct. 31 for the previously
announced exchange offers and consent solicitations for IPG’s outstanding notes.