OTC Markets Group Welcomes Bimini Capital Management, Inc. to OTCQX

Rhea-AI Summary

Bimini Capital Management (OTCQX: BMNM) qualified to trade on the OTCQX Best Market and began trading on December 8, 2025 after upgrading from the OTCQB Venture Market.

The company, an asset manager specializing in residential mortgage-related securities, now offers U.S. investors access to current financial disclosure and Real-Time Level 2 quotes on otcmarkets.com. OTCQX qualification reflects meeting higher financial standards, corporate governance best practices, and securities-law compliance, which can increase visibility to U.S. investors.

Positive

• Upgraded from OTCQB to OTCQX on Dec 8, 2025
• Access to Real-Time Level 2 quotes for U.S. investors on otcmarkets.com
• Enhanced visibility to U.S. investors through OTCQX listing standards

Negative

• None.

News Market Reaction

+0.90%

1 alert

+0.90% News Effect

On the day this news was published, OTCM gained 0.90%, reflecting a mild positive market reaction.

Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.

Key Figures

Listed securities: 12,000 securities

1 metrics

Listed securities 12,000 securities U.S. and international securities traded on OTC Markets platforms

Market Reality Check

Price: $55.26 Vol: Volume 5,903 is about 1.7...

high vol

$55.26 Last Close

Volume Volume 5,903 is about 1.7x the 20-day average of 3,464, indicating elevated trading interest before this news. high

Technical Shares at 51.45 are trading slightly below the 200-day MA of 51.48, near longer-term trend levels.

Peers on Argus

Peers in financial exchanges showed modest gains, with names like TMX Group and ...

Peers in financial exchanges showed modest gains, with names like TMX Group and London Stock Exchange up between 0.34% and 0.88%, while OTCM was down 0.58%, pointing to stock-specific dynamics rather than a broad sector move.

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Dec 08 (Positive)

Pattern 5 events

Date	Event	Sentiment	Move	Catalyst
Dec 08	Client upgrade	Positive	+0.9%	Bimini Capital promoted to OTCQX Best Market from OTCQB.
Dec 05	Client upgrade	Positive	-1.5%	Silver47 Exploration advanced from OTCQB to OTCQX Best Market.
Dec 04	Client upgrade	Positive	-0.8%	Kodiak Copper Corp qualified to trade on OTCQX Best Market.
Dec 03	Client upgrade	Positive	+0.1%	G50 Corp Limited upgraded from OTCQB to OTCQX platform.
Dec 03	Partnership launch	Positive	+0.1%	Moomoo integrated MOON ATS to offer 24-hour trading access.

Pattern Detected

News about new OTCQX and MOON ATS relationships has typically led to small price moves for OTCM, with a mix of aligned and divergent reactions to generally positive announcements.

Recent Company History

Over the last several days, OTC Markets Group reported multiple companies upgrading from OTCQB to the OTCQX Best Market, including Kodiak Copper, G50 Corp, Silver47, and now Bimini Capital on Dec 8, 2025. Another recent highlight was a MOON ATS partnership with Moomoo, tied to 24-hour trading access for its 28 million users. These items collectively emphasize platform expansion and client onboarding, with generally modest share-price reactions.

Market Pulse Summary

This announcement highlights another issuer, Bimini Capital, upgrading from OTCQB to the OTCQX Best ...

Analysis

This announcement highlights another issuer, Bimini Capital, upgrading from OTCQB to the OTCQX Best Market, reinforcing OTC Markets Group’s role in hosting 12,000 U.S. and international securities. Recent history shows a steady cadence of similar upgrades and a MOON ATS partnership aimed at 24-hour access. Investors may track the volume of new OTCQX listings and trading activity trends as key indicators of platform momentum.

Key Terms

otcqx, otcqb, level 2 quotes, corporate governance, +1 more

5 terms

otcqx technical

"has qualified to trade on the OTCQX® Best Market."

OTCQX is the highest tier of the over‑the‑counter (OTC) marketplaces where shares of companies that aren’t listed on major stock exchanges trade. Think of it as a “premium shelf” for OTC stocks: companies must meet stricter financial and disclosure standards, which can mean clearer information, potentially better investor confidence and somewhat easier trading than lower OTC tiers. Investors watch OTCQX listings as a signal of relative transparency and credibility among OTC-traded firms.

otcqb technical

"upgraded to OTCQX from the OTCQB® Venture Market."

OTCQB is a tier of the over‑the‑counter (OTC) market where smaller or developing companies list their shares for trading without being on a major stock exchange. Think of it like a well‑kept side street market: companies must meet basic reporting and transparency checks so investors get more information than the lowest OTC tier, but trading is usually less liquid and riskier than on big exchanges. Investors care because OTCQB listings can offer early access to growth stories but come with higher price swings and greater chance of limited resale options.

level 2 quotes technical

"financial disclosure and Real-Time Level 2 quotes for the company"

Level 2 quotes show the full list of buy and sell orders at multiple prices throughout the market, not just the single best bid and ask. For investors, this reveals how much supply and demand exists at different price points—useful for judging liquidity, spotting potential price moves, and placing or timing larger trades; think of it as seeing the entire checkout line instead of only the person next to the cashier.

corporate governance technical

"meet high financial standards, follow best practice corporate governance,"

Corporate governance is the system of rules, roles and oversight that determines how a company is directed and controlled, including the responsibilities of its board, executives and shareholders. Like the steering wheel and map for a car trip, it shapes decisions, sets checks on power and defines who can hold leaders accountable; strong governance reduces risk, builds trust and helps investors judge whether a company is likely to protect capital and deliver reliable returns.

securities laws regulatory

"and demonstrate compliance with applicable securities laws."

Securities laws are the rules and enforcement systems that govern the buying, selling and disclosure of stocks, bonds and other investment products; think of them as the traffic laws for financial markets that set what must be disclosed, forbid fraud and require fair dealing. They matter to investors because they help ensure companies provide accurate information, reduce the risk of deception or insider advantage, and make it easier to compare investments and seek remedies if something goes wrong.

AI-generated analysis. Not financial advice.

NEW YORK, Dec. 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- OTC Markets Group Inc. (OTCQX: OTCM), operator of regulated markets for trading 12,000 U.S. and international securities, today announced Bimini Capital Management, Inc. (OTCQX: BMNM), an asset manager that speacilizes in residential mortgage-related securities, has qualified to trade on the OTCQX® Best Market. Bimini Capital Management, Inc. upgraded to OTCQX from the OTCQB® Venture Market.

Bimini Capital Management, Inc. begins trading today on OTCQX under the symbol “BMNM.” U.S. investors can find current financial disclosure and Real-Time Level 2 quotes for the company on www.otcmarkets.com.

The OTCQX Market provides investors with a premium U.S. public market to research and trade the shares of investor-focused companies. Graduating to the OTCQX Market marks an important milestone for companies, enabling them to demonstrate their qualifications and build visibility among U.S. investors. To qualify for OTCQX, companies must meet high financial standards, follow best practice corporate governance, and demonstrate compliance with applicable securities laws.

Robert E. Cauley, the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Of Bimini, stated, “We are pleased to begin trading on OTCQX today and demonstrate Bimini’s continued growth as an asset manager. We are hopeful we can continue to do so and appreciate the enhanced exposure trading on OTCQX provides.”

About Bimini Capital Management, Inc.
Bimini Capital Management, Inc. invests primarily in, but is not limited to, residential mortgage-related securities issued by the Federal National Mortgage Association (Fannie Mae), the Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation (Freddie Mac) and the Government National Mortgage Association (Ginnie Mae). Our objective is to earn returns on the spread between the yield on our assets and our costs, including the interest expense on the funds we borrow. In addition, Bimini serves as the external manager of Orchid Island Capital Inc. and receives management fees and expense reimbursements from the arrangement. Bimini also receives dividends from its investment in Orchid Island Capital common shares. Bimini Capital Management, Inc. is headquartered in Vero Beach, Fla.

About OTC Markets Group Inc.
OTC Markets Group Inc. (OTCQX: OTCM) operates regulated markets for trading 12,000 U.S. and international securities. Our data-driven disclosure standards form the foundation of our public markets: OTCQX® Best Market, OTCQB® Venture Market, OTCID™ Basic Market and Pink Limited™ Market. Our OTC Link® Alternative Trading Systems (ATSs) provide critical market infrastructure that broker-dealers rely on to facilitate trading. Our innovative model offers companies more efficient access to the U.S. financial markets.

OTC Link ATS, OTC Link ECN, OTC Link NQB, and MOON ATS™ are each SEC regulated ATS, operated by OTC Link LLC, a FINRA and SEC registered broker-dealer, member SIPC. To learn more about how we create better informed and more efficient markets, visit www.otcmarkets.com.

Media Contact:
OTC Markets Group Inc., +1 (212) 896-4428, media@otcmarkets.com

FAQ

When did Bimini Capital Management (BMNM) begin trading on OTCQX?

Bimini began trading on OTCQX on December 8, 2025 after upgrading from OTCQB.

What does the BMNM upgrade to OTCQX mean for shareholders?

The upgrade signals that BMNM meets OTCQX standards and provides increased visibility and Real-Time Level 2 quotes for U.S. investors.

Where can investors find BMNM financial disclosure and quotes?

Investors can access BMNM current financial disclosure and Real-Time Level 2 quotes on otcmarkets.com.

Which symbol will Bimini Capital Management trade under on OTCQX?

Bimini trades on OTCQX under the symbol BMNM.

What standards did BMNM meet to qualify for OTCQX on Dec 8, 2025?

To qualify for OTCQX, BMNM met higher financial standards, corporate governance best practices, and applicable securities-law compliance.