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JANA Partners Calls for Action from Fiserv Board

In a significant move on July 30, 2026, JANA Partners, a renowned investment firm, reached out to the Board of Directors of Fiserv, Inc. through an open letter. This correspondence outlined their concerns regarding the company’s strategic direction and governance standards, especially in light of recent stock performance issues. With Fiserv’s shares plummeting nearly 80% since their 2025 peak, JANA believes that decisive action is urgently needed.

Support for Asset Sale and Comprehensive Review

The firm expressed its support for Fiserv's reported consideration to divest its debit network assets. However, JANA is advocating for a more extensive reassessment of Fiserv's entire asset portfolio to fully understand its potential and value. They argue that a broad, holistic review would be more effective than an asset-by-asset evaluation in unlocking hidden value.

Scott Ostfeld, the Managing Partner, emphasized that JANA sees untapped opportunities within Fiserv’s diverse asset collection, which could potentially be valued much higher than the current market price if approached strategically. He stated, "We believe divestitures would significantly reduce that discount while helping restore credibility with investors."

Governance Concerns

Along with advocating for a thorough review, JANA raised alarms regarding governance issues that have plagued Fiserv. The current Board changes have been deemed insufficient to rectify ongoing governance failures, which have included challenges in retaining executive talent. Notably, concerns were highlighted around senior executives’ employment agreements being tied to the CEO's terms, which JANA believes undermines the Board’s credibility and governance strength.

Ostfeld continued,