Cemtrex (NASDAQ: CETX) to pay Series 1 preferred dividend in additional shares

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Cemtrex, Inc. announced that its Board of Directors has approved paying the upcoming dividend on its Series 1 Preferred Stock in additional shares of Series 1 Preferred Stock rather than in cash. The dividend will be issued on April 7, 2026 to holders of record at the close of business on March 31, 2026.

Holders of the Series 1 Preferred Stock are entitled to receive dividends at a rate of 10% annually, based on the $10.00 per share preference amount, with payments made on a semiannual schedule. Using stock to satisfy this dividend preserves cash while still honoring the stated preferred dividend terms.

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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): March 18, 2026

Cemtrex Inc.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware		001-37464		30-0399914
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)		(Commission File Number)		(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

135 Fell Ct. Hauppauge, NY		11788
(Address of principal executive offices)		(Zip Code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (631) 756-9116

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

Title of each class		Trading symbol		Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock		CETX		Nasdaq Capital Market

CURRENT REPORT ON FORM 8-K

Cemtrex, Inc.

Item 3.02 Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities

On March 18, 2026, Cemtrex, Inc. The Board of Directors of Cemtrex, Inc. passed a resolution that the company will pay its dividend on Series 1 Preferred Stock in additional shares of Series 1 Preferred Stock. to be issued on April 7, 2026, to the holders of record on close of business on March 31, 2026. The holders of the Series 1 Preferred Stock are entitled to receive dividends at the rate of 10% annually, based on the $10.00 per share Preference Amount, payable semiannually.

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 hereunto duly authorized.

	CEMTREX, INC.
Date: March 19, 2026	By:	/s/ Saagar Govil
		Saagar Govil
		Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer

FAQ

What did Cemtrex (CETX) announce regarding its Series 1 Preferred Stock dividend?

Cemtrex’s board approved paying the next Series 1 Preferred Stock dividend in additional preferred shares instead of cash. This stock dividend will satisfy the scheduled preferred return while allowing the company to retain cash on its balance sheet.

When will Cemtrex (CETX) issue the Series 1 Preferred Stock dividend?

Cemtrex plans to issue the Series 1 Preferred Stock dividend on April 7, 2026. Investors must already be holders of record at the close of business on March 31, 2026 to receive these additional preferred shares.

What is the record date for Cemtrex’s Series 1 Preferred Stock dividend?

The record date for the Series 1 Preferred Stock dividend is March 31, 2026. Shareholders who hold Series 1 Preferred shares at the close of business on that date will be entitled to receive the stock dividend on April 7, 2026.

What is the dividend rate on Cemtrex’s Series 1 Preferred Stock?

Holders of Cemtrex’s Series 1 Preferred Stock receive dividends at a 10% annual rate, based on a $10.00 per share preference amount. These dividends are structured to be payable on a semiannual basis under the preferred terms.

How will Cemtrex (CETX) pay the announced Series 1 Preferred dividend?

Cemtrex will pay the Series 1 Preferred dividend in additional shares of Series 1 Preferred Stock. This in-kind payment method delivers value directly in securities rather than cash, consistent with the preferred’s 10% annual dividend terms.

Is Cemtrex’s Series 1 Preferred Stock dividend considered an unregistered equity issuance?

The event is disclosed under an item relating to unregistered sales of equity securities, reflecting that the dividend payment uses newly issued Series 1 Preferred shares. These additional shares are issued to existing preferred holders as their scheduled dividend.

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