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Oct 31, 2026, 9:21 PM ET · Deal
The waiting time for Western Union to buy Intermex is over, with no issues from regulators.
Good for WU
The waiting period for Western Union's proposed Intermex purchase expired without agency intervention, moving the deal forward. Customary closing steps remain.
Oct 2, 2026, 4:30 PM ET · Deal
International Money Express, Inc. shares updates about its merger with Western Union.
Bad for WU
Western Union's planned purchase of International Money Express faces another antitrust review and still needs California approval. The early-end request may shorten the new wait, but the suspended state approval is expected to remain unresolved until after October 6, 2026.
Oct 2, 2026, 4:29 PM ET · Market
Western Union CO: Other Events (WU)
Bad for WU
Western Union's planned purchase of IMXI now faces another federal review and still lacks California's approval. The delay and unresolved state review are unfavorable for WU.