[8-K] Lamar Advertising Co Reports Material Event

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Grove Collaborative Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: GROV) filed an 8-K disclosing an Amendment to its $100 million Standby Equity Purchase Agreement (SEPA) with YA II PN, Ltd. (Yorkville). The original July 18, 2022 SEPA permits Grove to issue up to $100 million of Class A common stock to Yorkville at its discretion over 36 months.

The July 8 2025 amendment makes two material changes: (1) the definition of “Market Price” is revised from the average volume-weighted average price (VWAP) over three trading days to the lowest daily VWAP within that period, and (2) the commitment period is extended to August 1 2027, providing Grove an additional two years of access to the facility.

Implications for investors: The extension enhances Grove’s liquidity flexibility and could reduce financing risk during a challenging macro environment. However, using the lowest VWAP as the pricing floor may lead to lower issuance prices and greater dilution for existing shareholders if the facility is drawn. No immediate share issuance or financial metrics were reported; the amendment simply modifies contractual terms.

Positive

• Extended access to $100 million equity facility through August 1 2027, improving Grove’s liquidity planning window.
• No increase in commitment fee or facility size, preserving existing cost structure while adding time flexibility.

Negative

• Market Price definition changed to lowest daily VWAP, likely resulting in lower issuance prices and higher shareholder dilution.
• Continued reliance on equity financing signals persistent capital needs and may pressure per-share metrics if facility is used.

Insights

Equity Capital Markets Specialist

TL;DR: Extension boosts liquidity, but pricing change heightens dilution risk.

The SEPA now runs to 2027, giving Grove a standing back-stop for equity capital. This is useful for a consumer-products company with uneven cash flows and limited traditional debt capacity. Yet, shifting to the lowest VWAP over three days tilts pricing in Yorkville’s favour and, by design, increases share count needed to raise a given dollar amount. Investors should model a larger potential ownership hit if management taps the facility in a weak tape. Absence of a higher dollar cap means total dilution remains theoretically capped at $100 million, but effective dilution could rise materially if share price weakens.

Sell-side Consumer Products Analyst

TL;DR: Liquidity safety-net secured; neutral overall pending usage.

On balance, the amendment provides strategic flexibility: Grove may postpone or avoid costly external financings while navigating its path to profitability. The longer commitment period coincides with management’s multi-year turnaround plan. The potentially lower issuance price is a concern, but only material if management actively draws on the facility. Investors should monitor actual take-downs disclosed in future 8-Ks and quarterly reports.

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d)

of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 2, 2025

LAMAR ADVERTISING COMPANY

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware		001-36756		47-0961620
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)		(Commission File Number)		(IRS Employer Identification No.)

5321 Corporate Blvd.

Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70808

(Address of Principal Executive Offices) (Zip Code)

(225) 926-1000

(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

N/A

(Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class		Trading Symbol(s)		Name of each exchange on which registered
Class A common stock, $0.001 par value		LAMR		The NASDAQ Stock Market, LLC

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (17 CFR §230.405) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (17 CFR §240.12b-2).

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If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 3.02 Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities.

On July 2, 2025, Lamar Advertising Limited Partnership (“Lamar LP”), the subsidiary operating partnership of Lamar Advertising Company (the “Company”) issued a total of 1,187,500 Common Units of Lamar LP (the “Common Units”). The Common Units were issued to the owners of Verde Outdoor as the consideration in connection with an acquisition, whereby the assets of Verde Outdoor were contributed to Lamar LP. The Verde Outdoor assets include more than 1,500 billboard faces across ten states.

Pursuant to the terms of the Limited Partnership Agreement of Lamar LP, the Common Units are redeemable by the holder after a holding period, which is generally twelve months, for a cash amount per Common Unit equal to the market value of an equivalent number of shares of common stock of the Company. At the Company’s option, in lieu of cash, the redemption obligation may be satisfied by issuing shares of Class A common stock of the Company in exchange for Common Units tendered for redemption.

None of the securities issued in the transaction, nor any of the securities that may be issuable upon the redemption thereof, have been registered under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Act”) or any state securities laws, and none of such securities may be offered and sold in the United States absent registration or an applicable exemption from registration. Issuance of the Common Units is exempt from the registration requirements of the Act by virtue of the exemptions provided for in Section 4(a)(2) of the Act and Rule 506(b) of Regulation D promulgated thereunder. Each of the recipients of the Common Units has represented that it is an “accredited investor,” as that term is defined in Rule 501(a) of Regulation D under the Act.

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

Date: July 8, 2025				LAMAR ADVERTISING COMPANY
				By:		/s/ Jay L. Johnson
						Jay L. Johnson
						EVP, Chief Financial Officer & Treasurer

FAQ

What did Grove Collaborative (GROV) announce in its July 8 2025 8-K?

The company amended its Standby Equity Purchase Agreement, extending it to August 1 2027 and revising the pricing formula.

How much capital can Grove raise under the updated SEPA?

Up to $100 million of Class A common stock, the same limit set in 2022.

How was the pricing formula modified?

Shares will now be sold at the lowest daily VWAP during a three-day period instead of the prior three-day average VWAP.

Does the amendment immediately dilute current shareholders?

No. Dilution occurs only if Grove issues shares to Yorkville; the amendment changes terms but no issuance was reported.

Why might Grove need this extended facility?

It provides a liquidity backstop for working capital or strategic initiatives while Grove seeks path to profitability.