[8-K] CRYO CELL INTERNATIONAL INC Reports Material Event

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Cryo-Cell International (CCEL) announced it will not declare a quarterly cash dividend for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2025. The company stated that future dividends may or may not be paid, with decisions driven by financial performance, capital requirements, and strategic priorities.

This update signals a pause in cash distributions for Q4 FY2025 and places emphasis on deploying resources based on operating needs and strategic plans. The company’s stance leaves flexibility for future payouts if conditions align with its financial and strategic criteria.

Insights

Dividend Policy Analyst

CCEL pauses Q4 FY2025 dividend; future payouts remain discretionary.

Cryo-Cell will not declare a quarterly cash dividend for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2025. The company notes that future dividends may or may not occur and will depend on financial performance, capital requirements, and strategic priorities.

This move preserves cash that would otherwise be distributed, with the actual benefit hinging on operating needs and investment opportunities. The announcement frames dividends as a flexible tool rather than a fixed commitment.

The next meaningful indicator will be any subsequent disclosure outlining dividend decisions tied to future periods. Subsequent filings may provide how performance and capital plans shape payout choices.

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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

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 12, 2025

CRYO-CELL INTERNATIONAL, INC.

(Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter)

Delaware			001-40767	22-3023093
(State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation)			(Commission File Number)	(IRS Employer Identification No.)
700 Brooker Creek Blvd. Suite 1800
Oldsmar, Florida				34677
(Address of Principal Executive Offices)				(Zip Code)

Registrant’s Telephone Number, Including Area Code: 813 749-2100

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(Former Name or Former Address, if Changed Since Last Report)

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

Title of each class		Trading Symbol(s)		Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, $0.01 par value		CCEL		NYSE American LLC

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§ 230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§ 240.12b-2 of this chapter).

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 8.01 Other Events.

Cryo-Cell International, Inc. ("Cryo-Cell") will not declare a quarterly cash dividend for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2025. Cryo-Cell may or may not pay a dividend in future periods, and any future decisions regarding dividend declarations will be based on a variety of factors, including financial performance, capital requirements, and strategic priorities.

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned thereunto duly authorized.

			Cryo-Cell International, Inc.
Date:	November 12, 2025	By:	/s/ David Portnoy
			David Portnoy, Chairman and Co-CEO

FAQ

What did Cryo-Cell (CCEL) announce regarding its Q4 FY2025 dividend?

Cryo-Cell stated it will not declare a quarterly cash dividend for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2025.

Will Cryo-Cell (CCEL) pay dividends in future periods?

The company said it may or may not pay dividends in future periods, depending on financial performance, capital requirements, and strategic priorities.

Why did Cryo-Cell (CCEL) change its dividend approach?

The company indicated dividend decisions will be based on financial performance, capital requirements, and strategic priorities.

Does this announcement affect only Q4 FY2025 for Cryo-Cell (CCEL)?

Yes, the company specifically noted no quarterly cash dividend for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2025.

Where is Cryo-Cell (CCEL) listed and what is its ticker?

Cryo-Cell’s common stock trades on the NYSE American under the ticker CCEL.