Yowza: Salem Media Goes Private in Major Acquisition

Yowza: Salem Media Goes Private in Major Acquisition

Salem Media goes private with WaterStone acquisition, securing its Christian and conservative media future.

WaterStone’s Salem Media Acquisition Strengthens a Christian and Conservative Media Voice

WaterStone acquires Salem Media, boosting Christian and conservative media influence nationwide.

Salem Radio Purchased by Christian Foundation

In a deal that will take the company private and deepen its focus on faith-based broadcasting and digital media, Salem Media, one of the nation's largest Christian and conservative media companies, announced Tuesday that it has agreed to be acquired by The Christian Community Foundation Inc., which operates as WaterStone.

Salem Media to Be Acquired by WaterStone in Major Growth Deal

Salem Media to be acquired by WaterStone, enhancing growth in Christian and conservative media.

Salem Media to be acquired and taken off stock market

According to Radio Ink and others, the Christian Community Foundation (d/b/a WaterStone) plans acquire the outstanding shares of Salem Media Group which locally owns WORD-FM (101.5); WPIT (730), and WPGP (1250). Shares will be purchased for $1.00 each which is about a 250% valuation over a recent trading price. Salem’s Board of Directors has approved the move unanimously with the intent to close in August 2026 subject to necessary approvals. The…

Salem Media agrees to be acquired by The Christian Community Foundation, doing business as WaterStone, in a deal that will take Salem Media private (Adam Jacobson/Radio & Television ...)

Adam Jacobson / Radio & Television Business Report: Salem Media agrees to be acquired by The Christian Community Foundation, doing business as WaterStone, in a deal that will take Salem Media private  —  Salem Media Inc. has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by The Christian Community Foundation, Inc., doing business as WaterStone …