Scott+Scott Attorneys at Law LLP Alerts Investors to Securities Class Action Against Wayfair Inc.

NEW YORK, Jan. 16, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Scott+Scott Attorneys at Law LLP ("Scott+Scott"), a national shareholder and consumer rights litigation firm, is notifying investors that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Wayfair Inc.  ("Wayfair" or the "Company") (NYSE:W) and other defendants, related to alleged violations of federal securities laws.  If you purchased Wayfair common stock between August 2, 2018 and October 31, 2018, you are encouraged to contact a Scott+Scott attorney at (844) 818-6982 for more information.

The lawsuit alleges that defendants made false and misleading statements and/or failed to disclose adverse information regarding Wayfair's business and prospects, including that Wayfair had been experiencing significantly diminished demand for its online product offerings and had significantly increased advertising spending to increase sales.  As a result, the price of Wayfair stock was artificially inflated.  In addition, during that time, certain of Wayfair's senior executives and directors sold more than $87.75 million of their personally held shares.

On November 1, 2018, pre-market, Wayfair issued a press release announcing its third quarter 2018 financial results.  The Company reported a large $151.7 million GAAP net loss for the quarter, or $(1.69) per share, compared with a GAAP loss of $76.4 million, or $(0.88) per share, for the third quarter of 2017.  Advertising expenses had skyrocketed to more than $202.5 million, an increase of 43%.

On this news, the price of Wayfair stock dropped nearly 13% to close at $96.16 per share on November 1, 2018.

What You Can Do

If you purchased Wayfair stock between August 2, 2018 and October 31, 2018, inclusive, or if you have questions about this notice or your legal rights, please contact attorney Joe Pettigrew at (844) 818-6982, or at [email protected].  The lead plaintiff deadline is March 11, 2019.

About Scott+Scott Attorneys at Law LLP

Scott+Scott has significant experience in prosecuting major securities, antitrust, and employee retirement plan actions throughout the United States.  The firm represents pension funds, foundations, individuals, and other entities worldwide with offices in New York, London, Connecticut, California, and Ohio.

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CONTACT:

Joe Pettigrew
Scott+Scott Attorneys at Law LLP
230 Park Ave, 17 Fl, NY, NY 10169-1820
(844) 818-6982
[email protected]

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