Getty Images (GETY) and Shutterstock Merger Clears Path

Getty Images Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:GETY) is one of the 10 Most Volatile Penny Stocks to Buy Now.

On May 15, 2026, the United Kingdom CMA’s independent inquiry group concluded that the proposed merger between Getty Images Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:GETY) and Shutterstock “would lead to competition concerns” for editorial content supplied to UK media outlets, but not for stock content supplied globally. The CMA said the sale of Shutterstock’s global editorial business, which operates under the Shutterstock Editorial, Backgrid, and Splash brands, could resolve the identified concerns. The CMA added that once the sale is completed to an approved purchaser, the Getty and Shutterstock merger can proceed.

Getty Images (GETY) and Shutterstock Merger Clears Path

On May 11, 2026, Getty Images Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:GETY) reported Q1 adjusted EPS of (2c), compared to the consensus estimate of 0c. Revenue totaled $226.57M, below the consensus estimate of $238.81M. CEO Craig Peters said the quarter reflected a “dynamic market environment,” with pressure in Agency and microstock, while most of the business continued to see growth and opportunity supported by customer renewals, content, coverage, and brand strength.

Getty Images Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:GETY) expects FY26 revenue of $948M-$988M, compared to the consensus estimate of $965.54M, and adjusted EBITDA of $279M-$295M. The company said the guidance remains unchanged from earlier in the year and includes a normalized revenue outlook excluding the $40 million of accelerated revenue recognized in Q4 2025 from two multi-year licensing agreements.

Getty Images Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:GETY) provides creative and editorial visual content solutions across the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia-Pacific.

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