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Nasdaq warns Borealis Foods (NASDAQ: BRLS) on $35M market value rule

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Borealis Foods Inc. has received a Nasdaq notice that its Market Value of Listed Securities has been below the required $35,000,000 minimum for 30 consecutive business days, putting its Nasdaq Capital Market listing at risk.

The company has 180 calendar days, until December 29, 2026, to regain compliance by having its market value close at or above $35,000,000 for at least ten consecutive business days, and potentially up to twenty at Nasdaq’s discretion. The common shares remain listed for now, but any delisting of the common shares would also remove the company’s warrants from Nasdaq. Borealis plans to monitor its market value and consider options to regain compliance, while cautioning that there is no assurance it will succeed.

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  • Nasdaq listing deficiency and delisting risk: Borealis Foods received a Nasdaq notice that its market value has stayed below the $35,000,000 minimum, and it currently fails all alternative listing standards, creating a clear risk of future delisting for both its common shares and warrants.

Insights

Nasdaq compliance warning introduces real delisting risk for Borealis Foods.

Borealis Foods has fallen below Nasdaq’s $35,000,000 Market Value of Listed Securities requirement for 30 consecutive business days. Nasdaq’s notice confirms the company also does not meet alternative stockholders’ equity or net income listing standards.

The company has until December 29, 2026 to restore its market value to at least $35,000,000 for a minimum of ten consecutive trading days, though Nasdaq may require up to twenty. Failure would trigger a delisting determination, which Borealis could appeal to a Hearings Panel.

A delisting of the common shares would also remove the warrants from Nasdaq, potentially reducing liquidity and market visibility. The company indicates it will monitor its market value and evaluate options, but explicitly warns there is no assurance it can regain or maintain compliance.

Item 3.01 Notice of Delisting or Failure to Satisfy a Continued Listing Rule or Standard; Transfer of Listing Securities
The company received a delisting notice or transferred its listing to a different exchange.
Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits Exhibits
Financial statements, pro forma financial information, and exhibit attachments filed with this report.
Nasdaq MVLS minimum $35,000,000 market value Required Market Value of Listed Securities for continued listing
Non-compliance period 30 consecutive business days Period MVLS stayed below $35,000,000 before notice
Compliance window 180 calendar days Time allowed to regain compliance, ending December 29, 2026
Compliance trading days 10–20 business days MVLS must be ≥ $35,000,000 for at least ten, possibly up to twenty, consecutive days
Market Value of Listed Securities financial
"based on the Company's Market Value of Listed Securities (“MVLS”) for the last 30 consecutive business days"
The market value of listed securities is the total worth of stocks, bonds and other tradable instruments quoted on an exchange, measured using the prices investors are willing to pay right now. It’s calculated by multiplying each security’s current market price by the number of units outstanding and adding those amounts together, like totaling the value of every item in a store at today’s prices. Investors watch this because it shows the size, liquidity and overall health of the market or a company’s publicly traded portion, and it influences index weights, fund allocations and perceived risk.
Nasdaq Listing Rule 5550(b)(2) regulatory
"minimum MVLS requirement of $35,000,000 for continued listing on The Nasdaq Capital Market under Nasdaq Listing Rule 5550(b)(2)"
continued listing standards regulatory
"does not currently satisfy the alternative continued listing standards under Nasdaq Listing Rules 5550(b)(1) and 5550(b)(3)"
Ongoing rules a stock exchange requires a listed company to meet to keep its shares trading publicly, such as minimum share price, market value, timely financial reports, and governance practices. Think of it as a membership checklist for a club: falling short can lead to warnings or removal from the exchange, which can sharply reduce liquidity, investor confidence, and a stock’s value. Investors watch these standards to gauge regulatory risk and the stability of their holdings.
forward-looking statements regulatory
"This report contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933"
Forward-looking statements are predictions or plans that companies share about what they expect to happen in the future, like estimating sales or profits. They matter because they help investors understand a company's outlook, but since they are based on guesses and assumptions, they can sometimes be wrong.
Hearings Panel regulatory
"the Company would be entitled to appeal Nasdaq's delisting determination to a Hearings Panel"
A hearings panel is a small group of officials or experts who hold formal sessions to review evidence, question parties, and make decisions about regulatory compliance, discipline, or approvals. Think of it like a review board or courtroom for business and market issues: its findings can lead to fines, changes in a company’s permissions, or even delisting. Investors pay attention because the panel’s rulings can directly affect a company’s operations, reputation and share price.
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FAQ

Why did Borealis Foods (BRLS) receive a Nasdaq listing deficiency notice?

Borealis Foods received a Nasdaq notice because its Market Value of Listed Securities stayed below the required $35,000,000 minimum for 30 consecutive business days, and it also does not meet alternative stockholders’ equity or net income continued listing standards.

What does the Nasdaq MVLS requirement mean for Borealis Foods (BRLS)?

The MVLS requirement means Borealis must maintain a Market Value of Listed Securities of at least $35,000,000. Falling below this threshold for 30 consecutive business days triggered a compliance notice and starts a limited period to restore its market value.

How long does Borealis Foods (BRLS) have to regain Nasdaq compliance?

Borealis has a 180-day compliance period, through December 29, 2026, to regain compliance. It must achieve a closing Market Value of Listed Securities of at least $35,000,000 for a minimum of ten consecutive business days, subject to Nasdaq staff discretion.

What happens to Borealis Foods’ warrants if its common shares are delisted from Nasdaq?

The listing of Borealis Foods’ warrants depends on the Nasdaq listing of its common shares. If the common shares are ultimately delisted from The Nasdaq Capital Market, the company states that its warrants would also cease to be listed there.

Can Borealis Foods (BRLS) appeal a Nasdaq delisting decision?

If Borealis does not regain compliance by the end of the 180-day period, Nasdaq would issue a delisting notification. The company explains it would then be entitled to appeal that determination to a Nasdaq Hearings Panel for further review.

Is Borealis Foods’ stock still trading on Nasdaq after the deficiency notice?

Yes. The company states the Nasdaq notice has no immediate effect on the listing or trading of its common shares or warrants. Both continue to trade on The Nasdaq Capital Market during the 180-day compliance period and any related appeal process.
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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

 

FORM 8-K

 

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d)

of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

 

July 2, 2026

Date of Report (date of earliest event reported)

 

BOREALIS FOODS INC.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

 

Ontario   001-40778   98-1638988
(State or other jurisdiction of
incorporation or organization)
  (Commission File Number)   (I.R.S. Employer
Identification Number)

 

1540 Cornwall Rd., Suite 104
Oakville, ON L6J 7W5

(Address of principal executive offices and zip code)

 

(905) 278-2200

(Registrant's telephone number, including area code)

 

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

 

Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)
   
Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)
   
Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))
   
Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

 

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

 

Title of each class   Trading Symbol   Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Shares   BRLS   Nasdaq Capital Market
Warrants   BRLSW   Nasdaq Capital Market

 

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act.

 

Emerging growth company 

 

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Item 3.01 Notice of Delisting or Failure to Satisfy a Continued Listing Rule or Standard; Transfer of Listing.

 

On July 2, 2026, Borealis Foods Inc. (the “Company”) received a notice (the “Notice”) from The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC (“Nasdaq”) indicating that, based on the Company's Market Value of Listed Securities (“MVLS”) for the last 30 consecutive business days, the Company no longer satisfies the minimum MVLS requirement of $35,000,000 for continued listing on The Nasdaq Capital Market under Nasdaq Listing Rule 5550(b)(2) (the “MVLS Rule”). The Notice also states that the Company does not currently satisfy the alternative continued listing standards under Nasdaq Listing Rules 5550(b)(1) (stockholders' equity) and 5550(b)(3) (net income from continuing operations). The Notice has no immediate effect on the listing or trading of the Company's Common Shares or Warrants on The Nasdaq Capital Market. The Notice pertains to the Company's Common Shares; the continued listing of the Company's Warrants is dependent on the continued listing of the Common Shares, and if the Common Shares were to be delisted from The Nasdaq Capital Market, the Warrants would also cease to be listed. This Current Report on Form 8-K constitutes the Company's public announcement of receipt of the Notice, as required by Nasdaq Listing Rule 5810(b).

 

Nasdaq Listing Rule 5810(c)(3)(C) provides the Company a compliance period of 180 calendar days, or until December 29, 2026, in which to regain compliance with the MVLS Rule. The Company will regain compliance if, at any time during the compliance period, the Company's MVLS closes at $35,000,000 or more for a minimum of ten consecutive business days, although Nasdaq staff has discretion to require the Company to maintain a closing MVLS of $35,000,000 or more for up to 20 consecutive business days before determining that the Company has demonstrated an ability to maintain long-term compliance. If the Company does not regain compliance with the MVLS Rule prior to the expiration of the compliance period, the Company will receive written notification from Nasdaq that its securities are subject to delisting, at which time the Company would be entitled to appeal Nasdaq's delisting determination to a Hearings Panel.

 

The Company intends to monitor the market value of its listed securities during the compliance period and to consider available options for regaining compliance with the MVLS Rule. There can be no assurance that the Company will be able to regain or maintain compliance with the MVLS Rule or any other Nasdaq continued listing requirement.

 

Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

 

This Current Report on Form 8-K contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding the Company's intention and ability to regain and maintain compliance with Nasdaq’s continued listing requirements and the Company’s evaluation of available alternatives to achieve compliance. Forward-looking statements are generally identified by words such as “anticipates,” “believes,” “expects,” “intends,” “plans,” “will” and similar expressions. These statements are based on the Company's current expectations and involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in such forward-looking statements, including, the Company's ability to regain and maintain compliance with Nasdaq's continued listing requirements within the applicable compliance period, market volatility and movements in the trading price of the Company's Common Shares, the Company's ability to raise capital or complete other transactions that may be necessary to increase its MVLS, the potential delisting of the Company’s securities (including the Common Shares and the Warrants) from The Nasdaq Capital Market, the potential adverse effect of a delisting on the liquidity and market price of the Company's securities, and other risks and uncertainties described in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The Company's filings with the SEC are available at www.sec.gov. Investors should not place undue reliance on the Company's forward-looking statements. The Company undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this report, except as required by applicable law.

 

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits

 

(d): The following exhibits are being filed herewith:

 

Exhibit No.   Description
104   Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document)

 

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SIGNATURE

 

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized on this 8th day of July 2026.

 

  BOREALIS FOODS INC.
     
  By: /s/ Pouneh V. Rahimi
Date: July 8, 2026   Pouneh V. Rahimi
    Chief Legal Officer

 

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