Oragenics, Inc. Announces One-for-Thirty Reverse Stock Split

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Oragenics (NYSE: OGEN) has announced a 1-for-30 reverse stock split of its common stock, effective June 3, 2025. Following the split, every 30 pre-split shares will automatically combine into one new share, with fractional shares rounded up to the nearest whole share. The reverse split was approved by the Board on May 27, 2025, after receiving shareholder authorization for a split ratio between 1-for-5 and 1-for-50.

The company's stock will continue trading under the symbol "OGEN" with a new CUSIP number (684023 609). The split will not affect the par value of common stock or authorized but unissued shares. CEO Janet Huffman stated that this move aims to strengthen their capital markets presence and attract long-term, quality-focused investors.

Positive

• Potential to meet minimum share price requirements for continued NYSE American listing
• May attract more institutional investors due to higher share price
• Could improve stock marketability and trading profile

Negative

• Significant reduction in the number of outstanding shares could impact liquidity
• No fundamental change in company value or market capitalization
• Historical tendency for reverse splits to be viewed negatively by the market

SARASOTA, Fla., May 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Oragenics, Inc. (NYSE American: OGEN) (“Oragenics” or the “Company”), a biotech company advancing innovative treatments for brain-related health conditions, today announced that its Board of Directors (the “Board”) on May 27, 2025 approved a One-for-Thirty (1-for-30) reverse stock split of the Company’s issued and outstanding shares of common stock, par value $0.001 per share (the “Reverse Stock Split”). As a result of the Reverse Stock Split, the Company’s common stock is expected to begin trading on a split-adjusted basis when the markets open on June 3, 2025.

As a result of the Reverse Stock Split, every 30 pre-split shares of common stock outstanding will automatically combine into one new share of common stock without any action on the part of holders. Any fractional shares resulting from the Reverse Stock Split will be rounded up to the nearest whole share on a per shareholder basis. Proportionate adjustments will be made to (i) shares of common stock issuable upon exercise or conversion of all issued and outstanding options, warrants and convertible securities of every kind, and (ii) shares outstanding and authorized for issuance under the Company’s 2021 Equity Incentive Plan, as amended. The Reverse Stock Split will not affect the par value of the common stock, nor the number of authorized but unissued shares of common stock, nor the Company’s authorized preferred stock, except, with regard to the preferred stock, to affect, where applicable, the conversion rates of outstanding shares of preferred stock.

The Board approved the Reverse Stock Split ratio after the Company’s shareholder approved providing the Board with authority to enact a reverse stock split in a ratio between one-for-five and one-for-fifty. The Company anticipates that the effective time of the Reverse Stock Split will be 12:01 a.m. Eastern Time on June 3, 2025, with the common stock trading on a post-split basis when the market opens on June 3, 2025 under the existing trading symbol “OGEN” with a new CUSIP number, 684023 609. The Reverse Stock Split will increase the market price per share of the Company’s common stock.

Commenting on the matter, Chief Executive Officer, Ms. Janet Huffman, stated: “The reverse split reinforces our commitment to strengthening our capital markets presence. By increasing our share price and reducing share count, we believe we’ll be better aligned with the expectations of long-term, quality-focused investors who share our vision for transforming neurological care.”

The Company’s transfer agent, Continental Stock Transfer & Trust, will provide instructions to shareholders regarding the process for exchanging shares. Continental Stock Transfer & Trust can be reached by phone at (917) 262-2378 or mail at 1 State Street, 30th Floor, New York, NY 10004-1561.

About Oragenics, Inc.

Oragenics is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing breakthrough treatments for neurological disorders. The company’s lead asset, ONP-002, is an innovative intranasal therapy designed to address the unmet medical need in concussion treatment. Oragenics is committed to pioneering new approaches in neuroscience to improve patient outcomes. For more information, visit www.oragenics.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

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Investor Contact

Rich Cockrell
404.736.3838
ogen@cg.capital

FAQ

When will OGEN's 1-for-30 reverse stock split take effect?

The reverse stock split will take effect at 12:01 a.m. Eastern Time on June 3, 2025, with trading on a post-split basis beginning when the market opens that day.

What happens to fractional shares in OGEN's reverse stock split?

Fractional shares resulting from the reverse stock split will be rounded up to the nearest whole share on a per shareholder basis.

Will OGEN's stock symbol change after the reverse split?

No, the stock will continue trading under the symbol 'OGEN' but with a new CUSIP number: 684023 609.

How will OGEN's reverse split affect existing shareholders?

Every 30 shares held by shareholders will automatically combine into one new share, with proportionate adjustments made to outstanding options, warrants, and convertible securities.

What is the purpose of OGEN's reverse stock split?

According to CEO Janet Huffman, the reverse split aims to strengthen their capital markets presence and attract long-term, quality-focused investors by increasing share price and reducing share count.