https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/getty-images-to-file-for-bankruptcy-go-private-in-restructuring-dealContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/getty-images-to-file-for-bankruptcy-go-private-in-restructuring-dealhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/getty-images-to-file-for-bankruptcy-go-private-in-restructuring-deal#u137135Mon, 19 Oct 2026 20:01:57 +0000Getty Images plans to initiate an expedited prepackaged Chapter 11 bankruptcy process to reduce debt and take the company private. The restructuring is supported by an equity investment of up to $533 million from the Getty family and Koch Equity Development. The company expects to complete the transition to a private entity by the end of the year while continuing normal business operations. This move follows a 99% collapse in share price and a failed merger attempt with Shutterstock.Why it mattersAs a leading global provider of visual content, Getty Images faces significant financial pressure.