Royale Energy to Commence Trading on OTCQB® Venture Market
SEC reporting compliance has been restored, while a potential national exchange listing remains subject to listing requirements.
Sentiment and the balance of points
Rhea-AI Sentiment reads the wording of the document, how positive or negative its language is on a 1 to 5 scale. The balance of points shown with the takes weighs what the document actually discloses, so the two can disagree, for example when a trial that missed its main goal is described in upbeat language.
Rhea-AI Summary
Royale Energy (ROYL) announced that its common stock is scheduled to begin trading on the OTCQB Venture Market on November 4, 2026. The move follows completion of previously delinquent SEC filings, restoration of reporting status under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and resumption of trading on OTC Pink.
The company views OTCQB quotation as a step toward improving investor access and transparency. Its broader capital markets strategy includes evaluating a future national securities exchange listing, subject to applicable listing requirements.
How this balance works
Rhea-AI gives every point it takes from this document a weight. Minor counts 1, Moderate 3 and Major 9, so one Major point outweighs several Minor ones. The bar adds up the weights on each side, and when neither side holds more than 65% of the total the balance reads Mixed.
It reads the document as published, with the same rules for every company, and it does not look at what the market expected or at how the stock traded, so a point can be objectively good on a day the stock falls.
Rhea-AI Sentiment measures something else, the tone of the wording.
Hollow bars mark forward-looking points. How the balance works
Positive
- Moderate point. Forward-looking: it has not happened yet and may not happen.OTCQB trading is scheduled to begin November 4, 2026, following resumption of trading on OTC Pink.
- Moderate pointSEC reporting status restored after completion of previously delinquent filings.
- Minor point. Forward-looking: it has not happened yet and may not happen.National exchange listing opportunities are under evaluation as part of Royale’s capital markets strategy.
Negative
- Minor point. Forward-looking: it has not happened yet and may not happen.A potential national exchange listing remains subject to satisfying applicable listing requirements.
AI-generated analysis. How Rhea-AI works. Not financial advice.
Company Achieves Important Capital Markets Milestone Following Restoration of SEC Reporting Compliance
SAN DIEGO, Nov. 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Royale Energy, Inc. (OTCQB: ROYL) (“Royale” or the “Company”) today announced that its common stock is scheduled to commence trading on the OTCQB® Venture Market, operated by OTC Markets Group Inc., effective Wednesday, November 4, 2026, under the ticker symbol ROYL.
The commencement of trading on OTCQB represents an important milestone in Royale’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its capital markets position, enhance transparency and improve access to the investment community.
The move to OTCQB follows the Company’s successful completion of previously delinquent SEC filings, restoration of its reporting status under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and subsequent resumption of trading on the OTC Pink market.
A MILESTONE IN ROYALE’S CAPITAL MARKETS STRATEGY
“Commencing trading on the OTCQB is an important accomplishment for Royale Energy and our shareholders,” said Johnny Jordan, Chief Executive Officer of Royale Energy. “Over the past several months, we have made significant progress in addressing our reporting requirements, restoring public market access and strengthening the Company’s overall financial and operational foundation. Achieving OTCQB quotation is another meaningful step forward as we work to enhance shareholder value and position Royale for its next phase of growth.”
The OTCQB Venture Market is designed for developing and entrepreneurial companies that meet specified financial, reporting and corporate governance standards. The market provides greater transparency and a recognized trading platform for companies seeking to broaden their exposure to investors.
LOOKING AHEAD
With SEC reporting compliance restored and trading scheduled to commence on OTCQB, Royale’s management and Board of Directors will continue to focus on strengthening the Company’s financial position, advancing its oil and natural gas operations and pursuing strategic initiatives designed to maximize long-term shareholder value.
The Company views its OTCQB quotation as an important step in its broader capital markets strategy, which includes evaluating opportunities to pursue a future listing on a national securities exchange, subject to satisfying applicable listing requirements.
ABOUT ROYALE ENERGY, INC.
Royale Energy, Inc. is an independent oil and natural gas exploration and production company with operations and interests in California and Texas. The Company is focused on developing its existing asset base, pursuing strategic growth opportunities and creating long-term value for its shareholders.
FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of applicable federal securities laws. These statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding the Company’s strategic initiatives, future operational activities, capital markets objectives and potential listing on a national securities exchange. Forward-looking statements are based on current expectations and assumptions and are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied. There can be no assurance that the Company will achieve its strategic objectives or qualify for listing on a national securities exchange. Royale Energy undertakes no obligation to update forward-looking statements except as required by law.

INVESTOR RELATIONS CONTACT Royale Energy, Inc. Phone: (800) 447-8505 Email: IR@royl.com Website: www.royl.com
FAQ
AI-generated questions and answers. How Rhea-AI works. Not financial advice.
When will Royale Energy begin trading on OTCQB, and what is its ticker?
Royale Energy’s common stock is scheduled to begin trading on OTCQB on November 4, 2026, under the ticker ROYL.
Has Royale Energy restored its SEC reporting compliance?
Royale Energy has restored its SEC reporting status under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 after completing previously delinquent filings. Trading subsequently resumed on OTC Pink before the scheduled move to OTCQB.