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J-Star Holding Co., Ltd Regains Compliance with Nasdaq Minimum Bid Price Requirement

J-Star Holding (Nasdaq: YMAT) announced that a Nasdaq Hearings Panel has determined the company has regained compliance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5550(a)(2), the minimum bid price requirement for the Nasdaq Capital Market.

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J-Star Holding (Nasdaq: YMAT) announced that a Nasdaq Hearings Panel has determined the company has regained compliance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5550(a)(2), the minimum bid price requirement for the Nasdaq Capital Market. The decision follows a July 21, 2026 hearing where management presented its strategic business plan.

Nasdaq’s Listing Qualifications Staff confirmed on July 28, 2026 that J-Star’s shares maintained a closing bid of at least $1.00 for 10 consecutive trading days. As a result, J-Star remains listed on the Nasdaq Capital Market and is currently in compliance with all applicable continued listing requirements.

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Positive

  • Regained Nasdaq bid-price compliance after 10 days at or above $1.00
  • Continued listing on the Nasdaq Capital Market under ticker YMAT
  • Strategic plan presented to Nasdaq Panel highlighting growth and battery materials focus

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  • None.
Argus Jul 31 session 10 alerts
+5.62% close to close 0.8x rel. volume Open Argus
Details

Market move: YMAT +5.62% in the Jul 31 session. Nasdaq compliance update

+29.5% Peak in 5 hr 15 min
$8.62M Market Cap

On Jul 31, the day this news came out, YMAT closed 5.62% above the previous close. Argus tracked a peak move of +29.5% during that session. Our momentum scanner recorded 10 alerts for this stock that day.

Data tracked by StockTitan Argus for the Jul 31 session.

Market Context

On Jul 31, the day this news came out, the stock closed 5.6% above the previous close. A prior Nasda...
Analysis

On Jul 31, the day this news came out, the stock closed 5.6% above the previous close. A prior Nasdaq delisting determination produced a -37.26% 24-hour reaction. The compliance decision addressed the same listing issue, while low short positioning remained a sourced risk factor for interpreting any strong response.

Key Figures

Minimum bid price: $1.00 per share Compliance duration: 10 consecutive trading sessions Panel hearing date: July 21, 2026 +1 more
Minimum bid price
$1.00 per share
Nasdaq Listing Rule 5550(a)(2)
Compliance duration
10 consecutive trading sessions
Required closing bid-price period
Panel hearing date
July 21, 2026
Nasdaq Hearings Panel hearing
Compliance confirmation date
July 28, 2026
Nasdaq Listing Qualifications Staff confirmation

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Jul 08
5 events
  1. Jul 08

    Share consolidation

    24h Move
    -11.6%

    1-for-5 consolidation intended to help regain Nasdaq minimum bid-price compliance

  2. Jun 15

    Delisting determination

    24h Move
    -37.3%

    Nasdaq staff cited failure to meet the $1.00 minimum bid-price requirement

  3. Jun 08

    Annual meeting update

    24h Move
    -7.3%

    Shareholders approved proposals supporting the advanced manufacturing strategy

  4. Jun 02

    Facility milestones

    24h Move
    +36.3%

    Company outlined support for a proposed $122.5 million battery facility

  5. Jun 01

    Facility support

    24h Move
    -27.8%

    Letter of Intent supported a proposed 100MWh battery manufacturing facility

24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.

Key Terms

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"regained compliance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5550(a)(2), the minimum bid price requirement"
A minimum bid price requirement is a rule that a stock must trade above a set price for a specified period to stay listed on an exchange. It matters to investors because falling below that threshold can trigger warnings or removal from the exchange, which can cut liquidity, reduce visibility, and often lead to sharper declines in share value—think of it like a venue’s minimum dress code that, if not met, can bar a performer from the stage.

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TAICHUNG CITY, Taiwan, July 31, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- J-Star Holding Co., Ltd. (Nasdaq: YMAT) (“J-Star” or the “Company”), today announced that it has received a written decision from the Nasdaq Hearings Panel determining that the Company has regained compliance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5550(a)(2), the minimum bid price requirement for continued listing on The Nasdaq Capital Market.

The Panel's decision follows a hearing held on July 21, 2026, during which the Company's management presented its strategic business plan and initiatives designed to support long-term shareholder value creation. On July 28, 2026, Nasdaq's Listing Qualifications Staff confirmed that the Company had regained compliance after its ordinary shares maintained a closing bid price of at least $1.00 per share for the required 10 consecutive trading sessions. Based on this determination, the Panel concluded that the Company is in compliance with the applicable listing standard.

As a result, J-Star remains listed on The Nasdaq Capital Market under the ticker symbol "YMAT" and is in compliance with all applicable Nasdaq continued listing requirements.

Jonathan Chiang, Founder, Chairman and CEO of J-Star, commented, "We appreciate the Nasdaq Hearings Panel's thoughtful review and its determination that J-Star has regained compliance with the minimum bid price requirement. During the hearing, we presented our strategic roadmap and the operational milestones we believe will drive long-term growth. With this matter behind us, our management team is fully focused on executing our business plan, including advancing our battery materials initiatives, expanding our manufacturing capabilities, pursuing strategic growth opportunities, and creating long-term value for our shareholders. We remain confident in the strength of our strategy and our ability to build a leading advanced materials company."

About J-Star
J-Star Holding Co., Ltd. (NASDAQ: YMAT) is a holding company with operations conducted through subsidiaries in Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Samoa with its headquarters in Taiwan. J-Star’s predecessor group was established in 1970, and has accumulated over 50 years of know-how in material composites industry. J-Star develops and commercializes the technology on carbon reinforcement and resin systems. With decades of experience and knowledge in composites and materials, J-Star is able to apply its expertise and technology to design and manufacture a great variety of lightweight, high-performance carbon composite products, ranging from key structural parts of electric bicycles and sports bicycles, rackets, automobile parts to healthcare products. Visit j-starholding.com and ymacorp.com to learn more.

Forward Looking-Statements

Certain statements contained in this press release about future expectations, plans and prospects, as well as any other statements regarding matters that are not historical facts, may constitute “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements include, but are not limited to, statements relating to the expected trading commencement and closing dates. The words “anticipate,” “believe,” “continue,” “could,” “estimate,” “expect,” “intend,” “may,” “plan,” “potential,” “predict,” “project,” “should,” “target,” “will,” “would” and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements, although not all forward-looking statements contain these identifying words. Actual results may differ materially from those indicated by such forward-looking statements as a result of various important factors, including: the uncertainties related to market conditions and other factors discussed in the “Risk Factors” section of the final prospectus filed with the SEC. For these reasons, among others, investors are cautioned not to place undue reliance upon any forward-looking statements in this press release. Any forward-looking statements contained in this press release speak only as of the date hereof, and J-Star specifically disclaims any obligation to update any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law.

Contact:
Matt Chesler, CFA
FNK IR
646-809-2183
investor@j-starholding.com


FAQ

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What did J-Star Holding (YMAT) announce about Nasdaq minimum bid price compliance on July 31, 2026?

J-Star Holding announced it has regained compliance with Nasdaq’s minimum bid price requirement. According to J-Star, a Nasdaq Hearings Panel determined the company now meets Listing Rule 5550(a)(2), allowing it to continue trading on the Nasdaq Capital Market under ticker symbol YMAT.

How did J-Star Holding (YMAT) regain compliance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5550(a)(2)?

J-Star regained compliance by maintaining a closing bid price of at least $1.00 for 10 consecutive trading sessions. According to J-Star, Nasdaq’s Listing Qualifications Staff confirmed this on July 28, 2026, leading the Nasdaq Hearings Panel to find the company compliant with the listing standard.

Is J-Star Holding (YMAT) still listed on the Nasdaq Capital Market after the 2026 panel decision?

Yes, J-Star remains listed on the Nasdaq Capital Market under ticker YMAT. According to J-Star, the Nasdaq Hearings Panel concluded the company is in compliance with all applicable continued listing requirements following its successful restoration of the minimum bid price standard.

What strategic plans did J-Star Holding (YMAT) present to the Nasdaq Hearings Panel in July 2026?

J-Star presented a strategic roadmap focused on long-term growth and shareholder value. According to J-Star, priorities include advancing battery materials initiatives, expanding manufacturing capabilities, and pursuing strategic growth opportunities to build a leading advanced materials company while supporting sustained compliance with Nasdaq listing standards.

What does the Nasdaq compliance news mean for J-Star Holding (YMAT) shareholders?

The compliance decision means J-Star’s shares continue trading on the Nasdaq Capital Market. According to J-Star, management is now focused on executing its business plan, including battery materials and manufacturing expansion initiatives, which it believes support long-term shareholder value and the company’s advanced materials strategy.

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