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Law Firm Launches Investigation Into LiveRamp Board Duties in Proposed Sale

Johnson Fistel, PLLP announced an investigation into whether LiveRamp Holdings board members breached fiduciary duties regarding a proposed sale to Publicis Groupe. The inquiry follows LiveRamp's May 17 announcement of a definitive merger agreement.

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Shareholder rights law firm Johnson Fistel, PLLP has launched an investigation into whether the board members of LiveRamp Holdings, Inc. breached their fiduciary duties in connection with the proposed sale of the company to Publicis Groupe. The investigation was announced on May 18, 2026.

Johnson Fistel stated that shareholders who believe the proposed transaction undervalues their investment may join the inquiry.

17, 2026, LiveRamp announced that it had entered into a definitive merger agreement pursuant to which it will be sold to Publicis Groupe. Shareholders seeking more information may contact lead analyst Jim Baker at 619-814-4471 or via email.

Key Facts

Investigation announced
by Johnson Fistel on May 18, 2026
Proposed sale target
LiveRamp Holdings to Publicis Groupe
Merger agreement date
announced May 17, 2026

Story Timeline

2 events
  1. May 18, 2026

    Johnson Fistel announced investigation into LiveRamp board fiduciary duties.

    1 sourceBenzinga
  2. May 17, 2026

    LiveRamp announced definitive merger agreement with Publicis Groupe.

    1 sourceBenzinga

Potential Impact

  1. 01

    Shareholders may join the Johnson Fistel investigation if they believe the deal undervalues their shares.

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PublishedMay 18, 2026, 3:34 PM
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