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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 6, 2026 MarketWise, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware 001-39405 87-1767914

(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

1125 N. Charles St.

Baltimore, Maryland 21201

(Address of principal executive offices, including zip code)

(888) 261-2693 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

N/A (Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

☐Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act ☐Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act ☐Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act ☐Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each classTrading Symbol(s)Name of each exchange on which registered Class A common stock, $0.0001 par value per shareMKTWThe Nasdaq Stock Market LLC

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter). Emerging growth company ☐ If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On March 6, 2026, MarketWise, Inc. (the “Company”) issued an earnings press release announcing its financial results for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2025. A copy of the earnings press release is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K and is herein incorporated by reference. The foregoing information (including Exhibit 99.1) is being furnished and shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section, nor shall it be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, except as expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d)Exhibits.

Exhibit No.Description 99.1MarketWise, Inc. earnings press release, dated March 6, 2026

104Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document).

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

MarketWise, Inc.

Date: March 6, 2026 By:/s/ Erik Mickels Name:Erik Mickels Title:Chief Operating and Financial Officer

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 22, 2026 MarketWise, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware 001-39405 87-1767914

(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)(Commission File Number)(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

1125 N. Charles St. Baltimore, Maryland 21201

(Address of principal executive offices, including zip code)

(888) 261-2693 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

N/A (Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

☐Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act ☐Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act ☐Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act ☐Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each classTrading Symbol(s)Name of each exchange on which registered Class A common stock, $0.0001 par value per shareMKTWThe Nasdaq Stock Market LLC

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter). Emerging growth company ☒ If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On January 22, 2026, MarketWise, Inc. issued a press release announcing preliminary selected unaudited financial and operational updates results for fourth quarter 2025. A copy of the press release is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K and is herein incorporated by reference. The foregoing information (including Exhibit 99.1) is being furnished and shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (“Exchange Act”), or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section, nor shall it be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, except as expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d)Exhibits.

Exhibit No.Description

99.1MarketWise, Inc. press release, dated January 22, 2025

104Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document)

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

MarketWise, Inc.

Date: January 22, 2026 By:/s/ Erik Mickels Name:Erik Mickels Title:Chief Operating and Financial Officer

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 6, 2025 MarketWise, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware 001-39405 87-1767914

(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)(Commission File Number)(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

1125 N. Charles St. Baltimore,Maryland21201 (Address of principal executive offices, including zip code)

(888) 261-2693 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

N/A (Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

☐Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act ☐Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act ☐Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act ☐Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each classTrading Symbol(s)Name of each exchange on which registered Class A common stock, $0.0001 par value per shareMKTWThe Nasdaq Stock Market LLC

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter). Emerging growth company ☒ If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On November 6, 2025, MarketWise, Inc. (the “Company”) issued an earnings press release announcing its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2025. A copy of the earnings press release is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K and is herein incorporated by reference. The foregoing information (including Exhibit 99.1) is being furnished and shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section, nor shall it be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, except as expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d)Exhibits.

Exhibit No.Description 99.1MarketWise, Inc. earnings press release, dated November 6, 2025

104Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document).

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

MarketWise, Inc.

Date: November 6, 2025 By:/s/ Erik Mickels Name:Erik Mickels Title:Chief Operating and Financial Officer

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 7, 2025 MarketWise, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware 001-39405 87-1767914

(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)(Commission File Number)(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

1125 N. Charles St. Baltimore,Maryland21201 (Address of principal executive offices, including zip code)

(888) 261-2693 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

N/A (Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

☐Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act ☐Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act ☐Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act ☐Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each classTrading Symbol(s)Name of each exchange on which registered Class A common stock, $0.0001 par value per shareMKTWThe Nasdaq Stock Market LLC

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter). Emerging growth company ☒ If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On August 7, 2025, MarketWise, Inc. (the “Company”) issued an earnings press release announcing its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2025. A copy of the earnings press release is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K and is herein incorporated by reference. The foregoing information (including Exhibit 99.1) is being furnished and shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the “Exchange Act”), as amended, or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section, nor shall it be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, except as expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d)Exhibits.

Exhibit No.Description 99.1MarketWise, Inc. earnings press release, dated August 7, 2025

104Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document).

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

MarketWise, Inc.

Date: August 7, 2025 By:/s/ Erik Mickels Name:Erik Mickels Title:Chief Operating and Financial Officer

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 8, 2025 MarketWise, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware 001-39405 87-1767914

(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)(Commission File Number)(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

1125 N. Charles St. Baltimore,Maryland21201 (Address of principal executive offices, including zip code)

(888) 261-2693 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

N/A (Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

☐Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act ☐Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act ☐Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act ☐Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each classTrading Symbol(s)Name of each exchange on which registered Class A common stock, $0.0001 par value per shareMKTWThe Nasdaq Stock Market LLC

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter). Emerging growth company ☒ If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On May 8, 2025, MarketWise, Inc. (the “Company”) issued an earnings press release announcing its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2025. A copy of the earnings press release is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K and is herein incorporated by reference. The foregoing information (including Exhibit 99.1) is being furnished and shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the “Exchange Act”), as amended, or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section, nor shall it be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, except as expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d)Exhibits.

Exhibit No.Description 99.1MarketWise, Inc. earnings press release, dated May 8, 2025

104Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document).

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

MarketWise, Inc.

Date: May 8, 2025 By:/s/ Erik Mickels Name:Erik Mickels Title:Chief Financial Officer

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 11, 2025 MarketWise, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware 001-39405 87-1767914

(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)(Commission File Number)(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

1125 N. Charles St. Baltimore, Maryland 21201

(Address of principal executive offices, including zip code)

(888) 261-2693 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

N/A (Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

☐Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act ☐Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act ☐Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act ☐Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each classTrading Symbol(s)Name of each exchange on which registered Class A common stock, $0.0001 par value per shareMKTWThe Nasdaq Stock Market LLC

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter). Emerging growth company ☒ If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On April 11, 2025, MarketWise, Inc. issued a press release announcing preliminary selected unaudited financial and operational updates results for first quarter 2025. A copy of the press release is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K and is herein incorporated by reference. The foregoing information (including Exhibit 99.1) is being furnished and shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (“Exchange Act”), or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section, nor shall it be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, except as expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d)Exhibits.

Exhibit No.Description

99.1MarketWise, Inc. press release, dated April 11, 2025

104Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document).

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

MarketWise, Inc.

Date: April 11, 2025 By:/s/ Erik Mickels Name:Erik Mickels Title:Chief Financial Officer

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 28, 2025 MarketWise, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware 001-39405 87-1767914

(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)(Commission File Number)(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

1125 N. Charles St. Baltimore,Maryland21201 (Address of principal executive offices, including zip code)

(888) 261-2693 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

N/A (Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

☐Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act ☐Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act ☐Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act ☐Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each classTrading Symbol(s)Name of each exchange on which registered Class A common stock, $0.0001 par value per shareMKTWThe Nasdaq Stock Market LLC

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter). Emerging growth company ☒ If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On February 28, 2025, MarketWise, Inc.(the “Company”) issued an earnings press release announcing its financial results for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2024. A copy of the earnings press release is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K and is herein incorporated by reference. The foregoing information (including Exhibit 99.1) is being furnished and shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the “Exchange Act”), as amended, or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section, nor shall it be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, except as expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

Item 8.01. Other Events. On February 28, 2025, the Company announced that the Board of Directors authorized a stock repurchase program of up to $50 million of Class A common stock. Repurchases of Class A common stock may be made from time to time, either through open market transactions (including pre-set trading plans) or through other transactions, at the discretion of the management of the Company and in accordance with the limitations set forth in Rule 10b-18 promulgated under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and other applicable securities laws. The timing of the repurchases will depend on market conditions and other requirements. Repurchases under the program have been authorized for the next 12 months but the program may be modified, suspended, or terminated at any time. The share repurchase program does not obligate the Company to repurchase any dollar amount or number of shares. For each share of Class A common stock the Company repurchases under the share repurchase program, MarketWise, LLC, the Company’s direct subsidiary, will redeem one common unit of MarketWise, LLC held by the Company, decreasing the percentage ownership of MarketWise, LLC by the Company and relatively increasing the ownership by the other unitholders of MarketWise, LLC. On February 28, 2025, the Company also filed a preliminary proxy statement for the approval of an amendment to its Certificate of Incorporation to effect a reverse stock split of its common stock at a ratio of 1:20, to decrease the number of authorized shares of (a) all classes of stock from 1,350,000,000 to 162,500,000, (b) the Class A common stock from 950,000,000 to 47,500,000 and (c) the Class B common stock from 300,000,000 to 15,000,000 (the “Reverse Stock Split”). The Reverse Stock Split is intended to, among other things, bring the Company into compliance with the minimum bid price requirement for continued listing on the Nasdaq Global Market. The Company plans to file a definitive proxy statement on Schedule 14A and other relevant materials with the SEC, and promptly thereafter, the Company will mail the definitive proxy statement to the stockholders of the Company. On February 28, 2025, the Company issued

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 15, 2025 MarketWise, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware 001-39405 87-1767914

(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)(Commission File Number)(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

1125 N. Charles St. Baltimore, Maryland 21201

(Address of principal executive offices, including zip code)

(888) 261-2693 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

N/A (Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

☐Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act ☐Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act ☐Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act ☐Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each classTrading Symbol(s)Name of each exchange on which registered Class A common stock, $0.0001 par value per shareMKTWThe Nasdaq Stock Market LLC

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter). Emerging growth company ☒ If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On January 15, 2025, MarketWise, Inc. issued a press release announcing preliminary selected unaudited financial and operational updates results for fourth quarter 2024. A copy of the press release is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K and is herein incorporated by reference. The foregoing information (including Exhibit 99.1) is being furnished and shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (“Exchange Act”), or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section, nor shall it be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, except as expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

Item 7.01. Regulation FD Disclosure. The Company has prepared a presentation concerning its business that it intends to use in connection with meetings with investors, analysts, and other interested parties. A copy of the presentation is furnished as Exhibit 99.2 hereto, incorporated herein by reference, and available on the Company’s investor relations site at investors.marketwise.com. On January 15, 2025, MarketWise, Inc. issued a press release announcing that its Board of Directors declared a special dividend to holders of Class A common stock of $0.03 per share. The dividend will be paid on February 26, 2025. The Record Date is January 29, 2025. A copy of the press release is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K. The information in Item 7.01 to this Current Report on Form 8-K (including Exhibits 99.1 and 99.2) is being furnished and shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Exchange Act or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section, nor shall it be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act, except as expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d)Exhibits.

Exhibit No.Description

99.1MarketWise, Inc. press release, dated January 15, 2025

99.2Investor Presentation, dated January 15, 2025

104Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document).

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

MarketWise, Inc.

Date: January 15, 2025 By:/s/ Erik Mickels Name:Erik Mickels Title:Chief Financial Officer

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 7, 2024 MarketWise, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware 001-39405 87-1767914

(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)(Commission File Number)(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

1125 N. Charles St. Baltimore,Maryland21201 (Address of principal executive offices, including zip code)

(888) 261-2693 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

N/A (Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

☐Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act ☐Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act ☐Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act ☐Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each classTrading Symbol(s)Name of each exchange on which registered Class A common stock, $0.0001 par value per shareMKTWThe Nasdaq Stock Market LLC

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter). Emerging growth company ☒ If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On November 7, 2024, MarketWise, Inc.(the “Company”) issued an earnings press release announcing its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2024. A copy of the earnings press release is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K and is herein incorporated by reference. The foregoing information (including Exhibit 99.1) is being furnished and shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the “Exchange Act”), as amended, or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section, nor shall it be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, except as expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d)Exhibits.

Exhibit No.Description 99.1MarketWise, Inc. earnings press release, dated November 7, 2024

104Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document).

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

MarketWise, Inc.

Date: November 7, 2024 By:/s/ Erik Mickels Name:Erik Mickels Title:Chief Financial Officer

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 14, 2024 MarketWise, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware 001-39405 87-1767914

(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)(Commission File Number)(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

1125 N. Charles St. Baltimore,Maryland21201 (Address of principal executive offices, including zip code)

(888) 261-2693 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

N/A (Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

☐Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act ☐Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act ☐Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act ☐Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each classTrading Symbol(s)Name of each exchange on which registered Class A common stock, $0.0001 par value per shareMKTWThe Nasdaq Stock Market LLC

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter). Emerging growth company ☒ If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On August 14, 2024, MarketWise, Inc.(the “Company”) issued a letter to its shareholders announcing its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2024. A copy of the letter is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K and is herein incorporated by reference. The foregoing information (including Exhibit 99.1) is being furnished and shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the “Exchange Act”), as amended, or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section, nor shall it be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, except as expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d)Exhibits.

Exhibit No.Description 99.1MarketWise, Inc. letter to shareholders, dated August 14, 2024

104Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document).

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

MarketWise, Inc.

Date: August 14, 2024 By:/s/ Erik Mickels Name:Erik Mickels Title:Chief Financial Officer

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 15, 2024 MarketWise, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware 001-39405 87-1767914

(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)(Commission File Number)(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

1125 N. Charles St. Baltimore,Maryland21201 (Address of principal executive offices, including zip code)

(888) 261-2693 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

N/A (Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

☐Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act ☐Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act ☐Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act ☐Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each classTrading Symbol(s)Name of each exchange on which registered Class A common stock, $0.0001 par value per shareMKTWThe Nasdaq Stock Market LLC

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter). Emerging growth company ☒ If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On May 15, 2024, MarketWise, Inc.(the “Company”) issued a letter to its shareholders announcing its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2024. A copy of the letter is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K and is herein incorporated by reference. The foregoing information (including Exhibit 99.1) is being furnished and shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the “Exchange Act”), as amended, or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section, nor shall it be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, except as expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d)Exhibits.

Exhibit No.Description 99.1MarketWise, Inc. letter to shareholders, dated May 15, 2024

104Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document).

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

MarketWise, Inc.

Date: May 15, 2024 By:/s/ Erik Mickels Name:Erik Mickels Title:Chief Financial Officer

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 7, 2024 MarketWise, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware 001-39405 87-1767914

(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)(Commission File Number)(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

1125 N. Charles St. Baltimore,Maryland21201 (Address of principal executive offices, including zip code)

(888) 261-2693 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

N/A (Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

☐Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act ☐Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act ☐Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act ☐Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each classTrading Symbol(s)Name of each exchange on which registered Class A common stock, $0.0001 par value per shareMKTWThe Nasdaq Stock Market LLC

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter). Emerging growth company ☒ If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On March 7, 2024, MarketWise, Inc.(the “Company”) issued a letter to its shareholders announcing its financial results for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2023. A copy of the letter is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K and is herein incorporated by reference. The foregoing information (including Exhibit 99.1) is being furnished and shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the “Exchange Act”), as amended, or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section, nor shall it be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, except as expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d)Exhibits.

Exhibit No.Description 99.1MarketWise, Inc. letter to shareholders, dated March 7, 2024

104Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document).

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

MarketWise, Inc.

Date: March 7, 2024 By:/s/ Erik Mickels Name:Erik Mickels Title:Chief Financial Officer

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 9, 2023 MarketWise, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware 001-39405 87-1767914

(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)(Commission File Number)(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

1125 N. Charles St. Baltimore,Maryland21201 (Address of principal executive offices, including zip code)

(888) 261-2693 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

N/A (Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

☐Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act ☐Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act ☐Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act ☐Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each classTrading Symbol(s)Name of each exchange on which registered Class A common stock, $0.0001 par value per shareMKTWThe Nasdaq Stock Market LLC

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter). Emerging growth company ☒ If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On November 9, 2023, MarketWise, Inc.(the “Company”) issued a letter to its shareholders announcing its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2023. A copy of the letter is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K and is herein incorporated by reference. The foregoing information (including Exhibit 99.1) is being furnished and shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the “Exchange Act”), as amended, or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section, nor shall it be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, except as expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d)Exhibits.

Exhibit No.Description 99.1MarketWise, Inc. letter to shareholders, dated November 9, 2023

104Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document).

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

MarketWise, Inc.

Date: November 9, 2023 By:/s/ Erik Mickels Name:Erik Mickels Title:Chief Financial Officer

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 10, 2023 MarketWise, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware 001-39405 87-1767914

(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)(Commission File Number)(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

1125 N. Charles St. Baltimore,Maryland21201 (Address of principal executive offices, including zip code)

(888) 261-2693 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

N/A (Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

☐Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act ☐Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act ☐Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act ☐Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each classTrading Symbol(s)Name of each exchange on which registered Class A common stock, $0.0001 par value per shareMKTWThe Nasdaq Stock Market LLC

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter). Emerging growth company ☒ If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On August 10, 2023, MarketWise, Inc. (the “Company”) issued a press release announcing its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2023. A copy of the press release is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K and is herein incorporated by reference. The foregoing information (including Exhibit 99.1) is being furnished and shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the “Exchange Act”), as amended, or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section, nor shall it be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, except as expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

Item 7.01. Regulation FD Disclosure. On August 10, 2023, the Company made available on its website an earnings presentation with respect to its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2023. A copy of the presentation is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.2 and incorporated herein by reference. The information in Item 7.01 to this Current Report on Form 8-K, including Exhibit 99.2, is being furnished and shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Exchange Act, or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section, nor shall it be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act, except as expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d)Exhibits.

Exhibit No.Description 99.1MarketWise, Inc. press release, dated August 10, 2023

99.2MarketWise, Inc. Earnings Supplement, dated August 10, 2023

104Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document).

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

MarketWise, Inc.

Date: August 10, 2023 By:/s/ Stephen Park Name:Stephen Park Title:Interim Chief Financial Officer

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 11, 2023 MarketWise, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware 001-39405 87-1767914

(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)(Commission File Number)(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

1125 N. Charles St. Baltimore,Maryland21201 (Address of principal executive offices, including zip code)

(888) 261-2693 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

N/A (Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

☐Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act ☐Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act ☐Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act ☐Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each classTrading Symbol(s)Name of each exchange on which registered Class A common stock, $0.0001 par value per shareMKTWThe Nasdaq Stock Market LLC

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter). Emerging growth company ☒ If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On May 11, 2023, MarketWise, Inc. (the “Company”) issued a press release announcing its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2023. A copy of the press release is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K and is herein incorporated by reference. The foregoing information (including Exhibit 99.1) is being furnished and shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the “Exchange Act”), as amended, or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section, nor shall it be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, except as expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

Item 7.01. Regulation FD Disclosure. On May 11, 2023, MarketWise, Inc. issued a press release announcing that the Company’s Board of Directors (the “Board”) has approved the payment of a cash dividend to its Class A common stock holders in the amount of $0.01 per share and a cash distribution to its common unit holders in the amount of $0.01 per unit. The dividend and distribution will be paid on July 20, 2023, to shareholders and unitholders of record on the close of business on June 1, 2023. The total amount of the dividend payment to Class A common stockholders will be approximately $0.4 million and the total amount of the distribution payment to common unit holders will be approximately $2.9 million. The Company intends to pay dividends quarterly in the future, subject to Board approval of any such dividends. A copy of the press release is furnished as Exhibit 99.2 to this Current Report on Form 8-K. The Company has prepared a presentation concerning its business that it intends to use in connection with meetings with investors, analysts, and other interested parties. A copy of the presentation is furnished as Exhibit 99.3 hereto, incorporated herein by reference, and available on the Company’s investor relations site at investors.marketwise.com. The information in Item 7.01 to this Current Report on Form 8-K, including Exhibit 99.2, is being furnished and shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Exchange Act, or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section, nor shall it be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act, except as expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d)Exhibits.

Exhibit No.Description 99.1MarketWise, Inc. press release, dated May 11, 2023

99.2MarketWise, Inc. press release, dated May 11, 2023

99.3MarketWise, Inc. Earnings Supplement, dated May 11, 2023

104Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document).

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

Market

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 30, 2023 MarketWise, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware 001-39405 87-1767914

(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)(Commission File Number)(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

1125 N. Charles St. Baltimore,Maryland21201 (Address of principal executive offices, including zip code)

(888) 261-2693 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

N/A (Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

☐Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act ☐Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act ☐Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act ☐Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each classTrading Symbol(s)Name of each exchange on which registered Class A common stock, $0.0001 par value per shareMKTWThe Nasdaq Stock Market LLC

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter). Emerging growth company ☒ If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On March 30, 2023, MarketWise, Inc. issued a press release announcing its financial results for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2022. A copy of the press release is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K and is herein incorporated by reference. The foregoing information (including Exhibit 99.1) is being furnished and shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section, nor shall it be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, except as expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d)Exhibits.

Exhibit No.Description 99.1MarketWise, Inc. press release, dated March 30, 2023

104Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document).

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

MarketWise, Inc.

Date: March 30, 2023 By:/s/ Stephen Park Name:Stephen Park Title:Interim Chief Financial Officer

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 3, 2022 MarketWise, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware 001-39405 87-1767914

(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)(Commission File Number)(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

1125 N. Charles St. Baltimore,Maryland21201 (Address of principal executive offices, including zip code)

(888) 261-2693 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

N/A (Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

☐Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act ☐Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act ☐Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act ☐Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each classTrading Symbol(s)Name of each exchange on which registered Class A common stock, $0.0001 par value per shareMKTWThe Nasdaq Stock Market LLC

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter). Emerging growth company ☒ If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On November 3, 2022, MarketWise, Inc. issued a press release announcing its financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2022. A copy of the press release is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K and is herein incorporated by reference. The foregoing information (including Exhibit 99.1) is being furnished and shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section, nor shall it be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, except as expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d)Exhibits.

Exhibit No.Description 99.1MarketWise, Inc. press release, dated November 3, 2022

104Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document).

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

MarketWise, Inc.

Date: November 3, 2022 By:/s/ James McGinness Name:James McGinness Title:Acting Chief Financial Officer

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 8, 2022 MarketWise, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware 001-39405 87-1767914

(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)(Commission File Number)(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

1125 N. Charles St. Baltimore,Maryland21201 (Address of principal executive offices, including zip code)

(888) 261-2693 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

N/A (Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

☐Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act ☐Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act ☐Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act ☐Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each classTrading Symbol(s)Name of each exchange on which registered Class A common stock, $0.0001 par value per shareMKTWThe Nasdaq Stock Market LLC Warrants to purchase Class A common stockMKTWWThe Nasdaq Stock Market LLC

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter). Emerging growth company ☒ If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On August 8, 2022, MarketWise, Inc. issued a press release announcing its financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2022. A copy of the press release is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K and is herein incorporated by reference. The foregoing information (including Exhibit 99.1) is being furnished and shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section, nor shall it be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, except as expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d)Exhibits.

Exhibit No.Description 99.1MarketWise, Inc. press release, dated August 8, 2022

104Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document).

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

MarketWise, Inc.

Date: August 8, 2022 By:/s/ Dale Lynch Name:Dale Lynch Title:Chief Financial Officer

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 9, 2022 MarketWise, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware 001-39405 87-1767914

(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)(Commission File Number)(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

1125 N. Charles St. Baltimore,Maryland21201 (Address of principal executive offices, including zip code)

(888) 261-2693 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

N/A (Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

☐Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act ☐Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act ☐Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act ☐Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each classTrading Symbol(s)Name of each exchange on which registered Class A common stock, $0.0001 par value per shareMKTWThe Nasdaq Stock Market LLC Warrants to purchase Class A common stockMKTWWThe Nasdaq Stock Market LLC

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter). Emerging growth company ☒ If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On May 9, 2022, MarketWise, Inc. issued a press release announcing its financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2022. A copy of the press release is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K and is herein incorporated by reference. The foregoing information (including Exhibit 99.1) is being furnished and shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section, nor shall it be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, except as expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d)Exhibits.

Exhibit No.Description 99.1MarketWise, Inc. press release, dated March 31, 2022

104Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document).

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

MarketWise, Inc.

Date: May 9, 2022 By:/s/ Dale Lynch Name:Dale Lynch Title:Chief Financial Officer

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 10, 2022 MarketWise, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware 001-39405 87-1767914

(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)(Commission File Number)(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

1125 N. Charles St. Baltimore,Maryland21201 (Address of principal executive offices, including zip code)

(888) 261-2693 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

N/A (Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

☐Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act ☐Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act ☐Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act ☐Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each classTrading Symbol(s)Name of each exchange on which registered Class A common stock, $0.0001 par value per shareMKTWThe Nasdaq Stock Market LLC Warrants to purchase Class A common stockMKTWWThe Nasdaq Stock Market LLC

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter). Emerging growth company ☒ If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On March 10, 2022, MarketWise, Inc. issued a press release announcing its financial results for the year ended December 31, 2021. A copy of the press release is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K and is herein incorporated by reference. The foregoing information (including Exhibit 99.1) is being furnished and shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section, nor shall it be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, except as expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d)Exhibits.

Exhibit No.Description 99.1MarketWise, Inc. press release, dated March 10, 2022.

104Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document).

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

MarketWise, Inc.

Date: March 10, 2022 By:/s/ Dale Lynch Name:Dale Lynch Title:Chief Financial Officer