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Harte Hanks, Inc. reports news as a customer experience company serving clients through Revenue Solutions, Customer Care, and Fulfillment & Logistics Services. Company updates commonly cover quarterly and annual results, revenue trends by segment, EBITDA and adjusted EBITDA measures, cost controls, customer contract transitions, and operating initiatives such as Project Elevate.
Recurring developments also include customer care partnerships, data-driven marketing assets, healthcare marketing capabilities, leadership changes, and financing actions such as amendments to its asset-based revolving credit facility. Its Fulfillment & Logistics Services business includes printing, lettershop, mail optimization, logistics, transportation optimization, monitoring, and tracking for traditional and specialized mailings.
Harte Hanks (HHS) reported the September 11, 2026 expiration of its merger go-shop period with Star Equity Holdings.
Under the August 14, 2026 Star Merger Agreement, Harte Hanks stockholders may elect to receive either $5.00 in cash or 0.50 shares of Star’s publicly traded 10% Series A Cumulative Perpetual Preferred Stock for each eligible Harte Hanks share, subject to election and proration provisions, with aggregate cash consideration capped at $19.2 million, including cash in lieu of fractional shares.
During the go-shop, the company and its advisors solicited interest from 93 third parties, entered into confidentiality agreements with a subset, and received Acquisition Proposals, leading to delivery of an Exempted Party designation notice to Star on September 11, 2026. The board has not determined that any proposal is a Superior Proposal and cautions there is no assurance an alternative transaction will emerge.
If Harte Hanks terminates the Star Merger Agreement after the go-shop to enter a definitive agreement for a Superior Proposal, it must pay Star a termination fee of $1,152,000. The company remains subject to the Star Merger Agreement, has not changed its recommendation, and states it is working to consummate the Star transaction.
Star Equity Holdings (Nasdaq: STRR) entered into a definitive merger agreement to acquire Harte Hanks (Nasdaq: HHS) for $5.00 per share, valuing Harte Hanks at approximately $38.4 million based on 7.68 million fully diluted shares. Consideration will consist of up to 50% cash (capped at about $19.2 million) and the balance in 10% Series A Cumulative Perpetual Preferred Stock of Star, with no Star common stock issued.
The combined company is expected to have FY 2025 pro-forma revenue of about $384 million and pro-forma adjusted EBITDA of about $30 million, including an estimated $10 million of annual run-rate cost synergies. Star plans to fund the cash portion with cash on hand and debt financing and will assume Harte Hanks’ defined benefit pension plan assets and liabilities. Star cites the ability to utilize its $215 million U.S. federal NOLs and does not expect an ownership change under Section 382 because consideration is in preferred stock. Closing is targeted before year end 2026, subject to Harte Hanks stockholder approval, SEC effectiveness of a Form S-4, other conditions, and a 30-day go-shop period.
Harte Hanks (NASDAQ:HHS) and Star Equity Holdings (NASDAQ:STRR, STRRP) entered a definitive merger agreement under which Star Equity will acquire all outstanding Harte Hanks common shares for $5.00 per share, implying approximately $38.4 million in aggregate equity value and an approximately 100% premium to Harte Hanks' unaffected share price.
Harte Hanks shareholders may elect either $5.00 in cash per share, subject to a cap of about $19.2 million (50% of total consideration), or 0.50 shares of Star Equity's 10% Series A Cumulative Perpetual Preferred Stock (STRRP) per Harte Hanks share. The Harte Hanks board unanimously approved the deal and recommends shareholders vote in favor. The agreement includes a 30‑day go‑shop period, expiring at 11:59 p.m. ET on September 13, 2026. Closing is expected in roughly 60–90 days, subject to Harte Hanks shareholder approval, availability of required financing, and other customary conditions; Star Equity shareholder approval is not expected to be required.
Harte Hanks (NASDAQ:HHS) received Lenovo's Operational Excellence Award at the Lenovo Supplier Conference in Hefei, China. The honor recognizes support for Motorola's customer experience operations in Manila, including meeting all KPIs from September 2024 through November 2025, AI-enabled efficiency, Smart IVR innovation, and a partnership dating back to 2013.
Harte Hanks (NASDAQ:HHS) reported Q1 2026 revenue of $37.3 million, down 10.3% year over year, with an operating loss of $768 thousand and net loss of $0.6 million ($0.08 per share).
Q1 2026 EBITDA was $0.3 million and adjusted EBITDA was $0.7 million. The company ended the quarter with $4.5 million in cash, $24.3 million in undrawn credit capacity, and no debt, while advancing a sector-focused growth strategy.
Harte Hanks (NASDAQ:HHS) reported Q4 2025 revenue of $39.9M (-15.4% YoY) and full-year 2025 revenue of $159.6M (-13.9% YoY). The company posted positive Q4 EBITDA of $1.0M and full-year operating income of $0.4M.
Cash totaled $5.6M at year-end with $24.0M available on its credit line and no outstanding debt. Management highlighted margin expansion, capital discipline, and focus on deepening customer relationships in 2026.
Harte Hanks (NASDAQ:HHS) reported Q3 2025 results for the quarter ended September 30, 2025. Revenue was $39.5M vs $47.6M in Q3 2024, and the company recorded a net loss of $2.3M ($0.31 per diluted share) versus net income of $0.1M a year earlier. Operating expenses fell 14.7% to $39.0M, and Adjusted EBITDA was $2.4M versus $4.1M in Q3 2024.
Balance sheet items include $6.5M cash, no debt, and up to $24M available on the credit facility; the facility maturity was extended to June 30, 2028 with an accordion to pursue an additional $10M. Management highlighted a new Samsung partnership and expects Q4 sequential improvement as new business converts.
Harte Hanks (NASDAQ:HHS) announced on October 21, 2025 the opening of a new Customer Care center in Greenville, South Carolina in partnership with Samsung Electronics America. The facility will support more than 150 new jobs and serve as a hub for Samsung Care, providing customer service and support. Harte Hanks said the move reinforces investment in U.S.-based talent, expands the company’s South Carolina footprint, and aims to deliver fast, reliable, personalized assistance while combining human-centric service with technology.
The company cited Greenville’s skilled workforce and local business support as reasons for selection and described the center as a long-term regional investment to enhance customer experience and agent upskilling.
Harte Hanks (NASDAQ:HHS) reported Q2 2025 financial results, showing mixed performance with continued operational discipline despite revenue challenges. Total revenue declined 14.2% to $38.6 million compared to Q2 2024. The company posted a net loss of $0.3 million ($0.05 per share) and EBITDA of $1.1 million.
Segment performance showed declines across all divisions: Customer Care revenue fell 4.4% to $11.8 million, Fulfillment & Logistics Services dropped 11.6% to $18.1 million, and Marketing Services decreased 28.7% to $8.7 million. The company maintains a strong financial position with $4.8 million in cash, no debt, and $24.0 million available credit capacity.
Harte Hanks (NASDAQ:HHS), a global customer experience company, has appointed David Fisher as President to lead the company's next phase of growth and innovation. Fisher, who joined the company in March 2023 as a strategic development advisor, previously served as Chief Transformation Officer and Interim Chief Operating Officer.
Under Fisher's leadership, the company launched 'Project Elevate', focusing on EBITDA stability, service innovation, and execution discipline. The appointment aligns with Harte Hanks' strategy to accelerate growth through deepening existing client relationships, adding new clients, and expanding its footprint in key sectors like fulfillment and customer care.
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