Observed Signal · Sep 11, 2026 · Regulation · Source: PR Newswire: Advertising & Marketing · Impact: 1/5 · Sentiment: Negative

Smartsheet investors sue over undisclosed acquisition offer

Executive Signal Summary

Rosen Law Firm has filed a securities fraud class action lawsuit against Smartsheet Inc. on behalf of investors who sold shares between June 2024 and September 2024. The suit alleges that Smartsheet failed to disclose an unsolicited acquisition offer from a consortium of investors, while the company was repurchasing its own stock at lower prices. The action seeks to recover damages for investors who sold shares during this period. The deadline for lead plaintiff applications is October 5, 2026.

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Securities litigation involving a tech company, but not directly related to advertising or marketing technology.

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Key Takeaways & Evidence Grounding

  • Rosen Law Firm filed a securities fraud class action against Smartsheet Inc.
  • The class period is June 1, 2024 to September 23, 2024.
  • Smartsheet received an unsolicited takeover offer at $56.25 per share on January 24, 2024.
  • Smartsheet disclosed the transaction on September 24, 2024.
  • The merger closed on January 22, 2025 at $56.50 per share.

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“Smartsheet Inc. (NYSE: SMAR) is the defendant in the securities fraud lawsuit.”

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Primary Reporting: PR Newswire: Advertising & Marketing•Published: Sep 11, 2026
Original Coverage Title: “SMAR Investors Have Opportunity to Lead Smartsheet Inc. Securities Fraud Lawsuit”

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