Stagwell (STGW) Announces Investment in RealClearPolitics, Taking a 35% Ownership Position

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Stagwell (NASDAQ: STGW) announced on October 16, 2025 that it purchased a 35% ownership stake in Real Clear Holdings LLC, publisher of RealClearPolitics, RCP Poll Averages, and 12 other sites. The announcement was made at Stagwell's NewsFronts event and positions RealClear within Stagwell's expanding owned-media strategy alongside platforms such as ReachTV.

Stagwell said the investment will allow its clients to leverage RealClear's audience, op-ed aggregation and polling capabilities and reinforces the company's Future of News initiative focused on commercial opportunities in news media.

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• 35% ownership stake in Real Clear Holdings
• Adds RealClearPolitics' audience and polling capabilities for clients
• Expands owned-media portfolio alongside ReachTV
• NewsFronts announcement underscores strategic focus on news monetization

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Stagwell deepens its commitment to high-quality owned media reflecting the network's confidence in the commercial power of journalism and news

NEW YORK, Oct. 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- On stage today at Stagwell's (NASDAQ: STGW) NewsFronts, the inaugural upfront dedicated to exploring the opportunities for brands to invest in the next chapter of news media, CEO and Chairman Mark Penn will announce the network now owns 35% of Real Clear Holdings LLC, publisher of the highly-respected RCP Poll Averages, news publication RealClearPolitics, and 12 other news and analysis sites. Stagwell's investments in platforms like RealClear are part of the network's expanding interest in owned media platforms, including ReachTV. This investment also reinforces Stagwell's belief that news media is both undervalued and a strong business opportunity for brands, a founding principle behind Stagwell's Future of News initiative.

Stagwell's clients will benefit from RealClear's audience, op-ed aggregation and polling capabilities. This investment also continues Stagwell's longstanding work with news publications through its agencies like Code and Theory, which has fueled digital innovation for nearly 200 newsrooms including Bustle Digital Group, The Minnesota Star Tribune, Time, Thomson Reuters and Vogue.

"This investment reinforces our conviction that quality news has the power to drive meaningful business results. Championing quality news and opinion media isn't just good for us; it's good for every business," shared Stagwell Chairman and CEO Mark Penn.

John McIntyre, co-founder and CEO of Real Clear Holdings LLC commented: "As RealClear has collaborated with Stagwell, I am continuously impressed by its breadth, integrity, and focus on quality. Expanding our partnership will deliver strong benefits for our respective audiences and stakeholders. We are excited for the next phase of our growth."

About Stagwell 
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FAQ

What stake did Stagwell (STGW) acquire in Real Clear Holdings on October 16, 2025?

Stagwell acquired a 35% ownership position in Real Clear Holdings LLC.

How does Stagwell say the RealClearPolitics investment benefits STGW clients?

Stagwell says clients will gain access to RealClear's audience, op-ed aggregation, and polling capabilities.

When and where did Stagwell (STGW) announce the RealClearPolitics investment?

The investment was announced on October 16, 2025 at Stagwell's NewsFronts event in New York.

Is the RealClearPolitics investment part of a larger STGW strategy?

Yes. Stagwell describes the purchase as part of its expanding owned-media strategy and Future of News initiative.

Will Stagwell (STGW) integrate RealClear with other owned platforms?

Stagwell indicated the investment complements existing owned platforms such as ReachTV and its agency work with newsrooms.