Palisade Bio Announces 1-for-15 Reverse Stock Split
Palisade Bio, Inc. (Nasdaq: PALI) announces a 1-for-15 reverse stock split to increase per share trading price and comply with Nasdaq listing requirements. The split will be effective on April 5, 2024, with trading under the symbol 'PALI' and new CUSIP number 696389402.
When a company like Palisade Bio implements a 1-for-15 reverse stock split , it's often a strategic move to boost the stock's market price and comply with exchange listing standards. In this case, the aim is to meet Nasdaq's minimum share price requirement. This maneuver can have mixed implications. On the one hand, it may stave off delisting, which can erode investor confidence and liquidity. On the other, it can be perceived as a sign of distress, potentially signaling underlying financial or operational weaknesses.
Investors should note that the reverse split does not inherently change the company's market capitalization but does reduce the number of shares outstanding. The adjustment of warrants and equity awards ensures that the value of these instruments remains consistent post-split. However, the issuance of cash in lieu of fractional shares could lead to minor dilution. It's essential for stockholders to monitor the stock's performance post-split to gauge market sentiment and reassess the investment's long-term viability.
Reverse stock splits can influence investor perception and the company's stock market narrative. For Palisade Bio, operating in the biopharmaceutical sector which is highly sensitive to regulatory compliance and investor confidence, maintaining Nasdaq listing is important for continued access to capital markets. The split could potentially attract institutional investors who might have previously been deterred by a lower stock price.
However, it's important to analyze the broader industry context. If peers are not resorting to similar measures, it could suggest that Palisade Bio's move is out of step with market norms. Moreover, the company's focus on autoimmune, inflammatory and fibrotic diseases places it in a competitive and research-intensive field. Investors should consider how the reverse split fits into Palisade Bio's overall strategy and whether it aligns with the company's pipeline progress and market positioning.
04/03/2024 - 05:30 PM
Carlsbad, CA, April 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Palisade Bio, Inc. (Nasdaq: PALI), (“Palisade”, “Palisade Bio” or the “Company”), a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and advancing novel therapeutics for patients living with autoimmune, inflammatory, and fibrotic diseases, today announced a 1-for-15 reverse split of its common stock, par value $0.01 (“Common Stock”), effective at 5:00 PM ET on Friday April 5, 2024. Beginning on Monday, April 8, 2024, the Company’s Common Stock will continue to trade on The Nasdaq Capital Market (“Nasdaq”) on a split adjusted basis under the trading symbol “PALI,” but will trade under the following new CUSIP number starting April 8, 2024: 696389402 .
The reverse stock split was approved by Palisade Bio’s stockholders at the virtual special meeting of stockholders held on March 25, 2024. The reverse stock split is primarily intended to increase the Company’s per share trading price and bring the Company into compliance with the Nasdaq’s listing requirement regarding minimum share price.
As a result of the reverse stock split, every 15 shares of Common Stock issued and outstanding as of the effective date will be automatically combined into one share of Common Stock. Outstanding warrants, equity-based awards and other outstanding equity rights will be proportionately adjusted by dividing the shares of Common Stock underlying the securities by 15 and multiplying the exercise/conversion price, as the case may be, by 15. No fractional shares will be issued as a result of the reverse stock split. Stockholders of record otherwise entitled to receive a fractional share as a result of the reverse stock split will receive a cash payment in lieu of such fractional shares. The par value of the Common Stock will remain unchanged at $0.01 per share after the reverse split. The reverse split affects all stockholders uniformly and will not alter any stockholder’s percentage interest in the Company’s equity, except to the extent that the reverse split results in some stockholders owning a fractional share as described above.
Additional information concerning the reverse stock split can be found in Palisade Bio’s definitive proxy statement filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 6, 2024.
About Palisade Bio
Palisade Bio is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and advancing novel therapeutics for patients living with autoimmune, inflammatory, and fibrotic diseases. The Company believes that by using a targeted approach with its novel therapeutics it will transform the treatment landscape. For more information, please go to www.palisadebio.com .
Forward Looking Statements
This communication contains “forward-looking” statements for purposes of the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements include statements regarding the Company’s intentions, beliefs, projections, outlook, analyses or current expectations concerning, among other things: the extent of our cash runway; our ability to successfully develop our licensed technologies; estimates about the size and growth potential of the markets for our product candidates, and our ability to serve those markets, including any potential revenue generated; future regulatory, judicial, and legislative changes or developments in the United States (U.S.) and foreign countries and the impact of these changes; our ability to maintain the Nasdaq listing of our securities; our ability to build a commercial infrastructure in the U.S. and other markets; our ability to compete effectively in a competitive industry; our ability to identify and qualify manufacturers to provide API and manufacture drug product; our ability to enter into commercial supply agreements; the success of competing technologies that are or may become available; our ability to attract and retain key scientific or management personnel; the accuracy of our estimates regarding expenses, future revenues, capital requirements and needs for additional financing; our ability to obtain funding for our operations; our ability to attract collaborators and strategic partnerships; and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic or any global event on our business, and operations, and supply. Any statements contained in this communication that are not statements of historical fact may be deemed to be forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are based upon the Company’s current expectations. Forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties. The Company’s actual results and the timing of events could differ materially from those anticipated in such forward-looking statements as a result of these risks and uncertainties, which include, without limitation, the Company’s ability to advance its nonclinical and clinical programs, the uncertain and time-consuming regulatory approval process; and the Company’s ability to secure additional financing to fund future operations and development of its product candidates. Additional risks and uncertainties can be found in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) on March 26, 2024. These forward-looking statements speak only as of the date hereof and the Company expressly disclaims any obligation or undertaking to release publicly any updates or revisions to any forward-looking statements contained herein to reflect any change in the Company’s expectations with regard thereto or any change in events, conditions or circumstances on which any such statements are based.
Investor Relations Contact
JTC Team, LLCPALI@jtcir.com
When will the reverse stock split be effective for Palisade Bio, Inc.?
The reverse stock split for Palisade Bio, Inc. will be effective at 5:00 PM ET on Friday, April 5, 2024.
What is the purpose of the reverse stock split announced by Palisade Bio, Inc.?
The reverse stock split is primarily intended to increase the Company's per share trading price and bring it into compliance with Nasdaq's listing requirement regarding minimum share price.
What will be the new trading symbol for Palisade Bio, Inc. after the reverse stock split?
After the reverse stock split, Palisade Bio, Inc. will continue to trade on The Nasdaq Capital Market under the trading symbol 'PALI'.
How many shares of Common Stock will be combined into one share as a result of the reverse split?
Every 15 shares of Common Stock issued and outstanding as of the effective date will be automatically combined into one share of Common Stock.
Will fractional shares be issued as a result of the reverse stock split?
No, fractional shares will not be issued. Stockholders entitled to receive a fractional share will receive a cash payment instead.
