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Select Medical stockholders approve merger with WCAS-led consortium; closing expected mid-2026

Jun 26, 2026, 5:21 PM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed

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Approval eliminates a primary deal risk, and confirmed debt financing reduces funding risk; near-term SEM upside is likely as the market prices in a mid-2026 close, though approval timelines and potential regulatory hurdles cap upside.

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Select Medical confirmed stockholder approval of its merger with a WCAS-led consortium, removing a key hurdle to the deal. The closing target is mid-2026, subject to customary terms and regulatory approvals. Debt financing is arranged by JPMorgan and Wells Fargo, with Goldman Sachs advising; this reduces funding risk but regulatory and integration risks still loom.

Merger with Ortenzio/WCAS-led consortium approved by stockholders. Closing remains subject to Merger Agreement terms.
Closing expected mid-2026. Subject to conditions in the definitive proxy statement.
Approximately 82.54% of outstanding shares voted; 79.88% approved; 76.64% unaffiliated.
Debt financing led by JPMorgan and Wells Fargo; Goldman Sachs advisor.
8-K filing of final voting results anticipated with the SEC.

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