Scripps board rejects Sinclair’s $7-a-share bid
December 17, 2025 11.28 Europe/London By Julian Clover


The E.W. Scripps Company board has unanimously rejected an unsolicited acquisition proposal from Sinclair, Inc. to buy the shares of Scripps it does not already own for $7 (€5.94) per share in a mix of cash and stock.

Scripps said the offer, submitted on 24 November 2025, was reviewed with financial and legal advisers before the board concluded it was not in the best interests of the company and its shareholders.

Kim Williams, chair of the Scripps board, said: “After careful consideration, Scripps’ board determined that Sinclair’s unsolicited acquisition proposal is not in the best interests of Scripps and its shareholders.”

Scripps added it remains open to evaluating opportunities to enhance shareholder value, including any future acquisition proposals.

Sinclair is one of the largest US local TV station operators and a major broadcast services supplier, owning or operating stations in markets across the country through its Sinclair Broadcast Group unit.