iRhythm says HSR waiting period ends for Vital Connect acquisition, closing expected early October
iRhythm Holdings disclosed that the waiting period under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act expired at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on September 18, 2026, for its previously announced merger with Vital Connect, Inc. The company now expects the acquisition to close in early October 2026, subject to customary closing conditions, which clears a regulatory step before completion.
Key points
- HSR waiting period expired at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on September 18, 2026.
- Acquisition of Vital Connect, Inc. is anticipated to close in early October 2026.
- Closing remains subject to satisfaction or waiver of customary closing conditions.
- Merger agreement was entered into on August 5, 2026, with Fortis Advisors LLC representing Vital Connect stockholders.
The filing
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