MarketWise settles ex-CEO Arnold arbitration for $12.16 million cash payment

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  • MarketWise reached a settlement on April 21, 2026 to resolve former CEO Mark P. Arnold’s arbitration demand disclosed in its fiscal 2024 and 2025 Form 10-K filings.
  • Settlement requires a one-time cash payment of USD 12.16 million to Arnold.
  • Arnold parties will surrender 520,867 common units of MarketWise, LLC, which will be redeemed and canceled with corresponding Class B shares.
  • Agreement eliminates Arnold parties’ rights to future payments under MarketWise’s Tax Receivables Agreement.
  • MarketWise will indemnify Arnold for certain potential tax implications tied to claims underlying arbitration.


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