Radio, Podcast Titan Audacy Files For Bankruptcy Amid Plummeting Advertising Revenues
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Audacy Inc (OTC:AUDA), a radio and podcast company, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy due to a significant drop in advertising revenues. The company plans to reduce its $1.9 billion debt by approximately 80%, leaving it with $350 million. The restructuring plan has been approved by most creditors, and Audacy will continue operations during the bankruptcy process. Its stock, now traded over the counter, has fallen 97% over the past year.
January 08, 2024 | 7:07 am
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Audacy Inc has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy due to decreased advertising revenues and plans to reduce its debt from $1.9 billion to $350 million. The stock has lost 97% of its value over the last year.
The bankruptcy filing and the significant debt reduction plan indicate severe financial distress, which typically leads to a negative impact on stock prices. The 97% decline in stock value over the past year further suggests a lack of investor confidence, and the bankruptcy process could lead to further dilution or wiping out of existing equity.
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