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SINTX Technologies (SINT) faces Nasdaq listing risk after equity shortfall

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SINTX Technologies reported that Nasdaq has notified it of noncompliance with a key listing rule. Nasdaq Listing Rule 5550(b)(1) requires at least $2.5 million in stockholders’ equity, but SINTX reported about $904,000 of stockholders’ equity as of March 31, 2026.

The company also does not meet alternative Nasdaq standards based on market value of listed securities or net income. SINTX has 45 days, until July 6, 2026, to submit a plan to regain compliance and could receive up to 180 days from the notice date if Nasdaq accepts the plan. The notice does not immediately affect the listing or trading of the common stock, and SINTX is exploring equity financing and other balance sheet initiatives, though completion is not assured.

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Negative

  • Nasdaq noncompliance and delisting risk: SINTX’s stockholders’ equity of about $904,000 is far below Nasdaq’s $2.5 million minimum, and it also fails alternative standards for market value and net income, creating a material risk of eventual delisting if compliance is not regained.

Insights

Nasdaq equity shortfall creates real listing risk for SINTX.

SINTX Technologies currently falls well below Nasdaq’s equity requirement. Nasdaq Listing Rule 5550(b)(1) calls for at least $2.5 million in stockholders’ equity, while the company reported approximately $904,000 as of March 31, 2026.

The filing also notes SINTX does not qualify under Nasdaq’s alternative standards for market value of listed securities or net income from continuing operations. This combination heightens the risk that, without change, the company could eventually face delisting from The Nasdaq Capital Market.

SINTX has until July 6, 2026 to submit a compliance plan and may receive up to 180 days from the notice date to demonstrate compliance if the plan is accepted. Management is pursuing potential equity financing and other balance sheet actions, but the filing cautions there is no assurance any transaction will close or restore 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.
Required stockholders’ equity $2.5 million Nasdaq Listing Rule 5550(b)(1) minimum for continued listing
Reported stockholders’ equity approximately $904,000 As of March 31, 2026, per Form 10-Q
Market value standard $35,000,000 Alternative Nasdaq continued listing standard for market value of listed securities
Net income standard $500,000 Alternative Nasdaq standard for net income from continuing operations
Plan submission deadline July 6, 2026 45 calendar days from May 22, 2026 notice to submit compliance plan
Maximum potential extension 180 days From the date of the Nasdaq notice if plan is accepted
Nasdaq Listing Rule 5550(b)(1) regulatory
"not in compliance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5550(b)(1), which requires companies listed"
stockholders’ equity financial
"the Company reported stockholders’ equity of approximately $904,000"
Stockholders’ equity is the portion of a company’s value that belongs to its owners after subtracting what the company owes from what it owns — like the equity in a house after paying the mortgage. For investors it shows the company’s net worth and can indicate financial strength, a cushion against losses, and the amount potentially available to support dividends or reinvestment; tracking changes helps assess whether the business is building or eroding owner value.
market value of listed securities financial
"does not satisfy the alternative continued listing standards based on a market value of listed securities of at least $35,000,000"
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.
net income from continuing operations financial
"or net income from continuing operations of $500,000 in the most recently completed fiscal year"
Net income from continuing operations is the profit a company earns from its ongoing, day-to-day business after paying costs, interest and taxes, excluding results from businesses it has sold or closed and one-time gains or losses. Investors care because it shows the company's recurring earning power—like comparing a regular paycheck to a one-off bonus—and gives a clearer picture of sustainable profits used to value the business and judge management performance.
forward-looking statements regulatory
"contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995"
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.
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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): May 22, 2026

 

SINTX Technologies, Inc.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

 

Delaware   001-33624   84-1375299

(State or other jurisdiction

of incorporation)

 

(Commission

File Number)

 

(IRS Employer

Identification No.)

 

1885 West 2100 South

Salt Lake City, UT 84119

(Address of principal executive offices, including Zip Code)

 

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (801) 839-3500

 

 

(Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

 

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(s):   Name of each exchange on which registered:
Common Stock, par value $0.01 per share   SINT   The NASDAQ Capital Market

 

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

 

On May 22, 2026, SINTX Technologies, Inc. (the “Company”) received a letter (the “Notice”) from the Listing Qualifications Department of The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC (“Nasdaq”) notifying the Company that it is not in compliance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5550(b)(1), which requires companies listed on The Nasdaq Capital Market to maintain a minimum of $2.5 million in stockholders’ equity for continued listing.

 

As reported in the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2026, the Company reported stockholders’ equity of approximately $904,000 and, as stated in the Notice, the Company also does not satisfy the alternative continued listing standards based on a market value of listed securities of at least $35,000,000, or net income from continuing operations of $500,000 in the most recently completed fiscal year or in two of the last three most recently completed fiscal years.

 

In accordance with Nasdaq Listing Rules, the Company has 45 calendar days, or until July 6, 2026, to submit a plan to regain compliance. If Nasdaq accepts the Company’s plan, Nasdaq may grant the Company an extension of up to 180 calendar days from the date of the Notice to evidence compliance.

 

The Company intends to timely submit a compliance plan to Nasdaq. The Company has been actively pursuing financing and other strategic initiatives intended to strengthen its balance sheet and improve stockholders’ equity. The Company is currently engaged in discussions regarding a potential equity financing transaction; however, there can be no assurance that any such transaction will be consummated or that the Company will be able to regain compliance with the applicable Nasdaq continued listing requirements.

 

The Notice has no immediate effect on the listing or trading of the Company’s common stock on The Nasdaq Capital Market.

 

Forward-Looking Statements

 

This Current Report on Form 8-K contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including statements regarding the Company’s intent and ability to regain compliance with Nasdaq continued listing requirements, anticipated financing activities, and the timing and outcome of any such activities. These 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 described in the forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially include, among others, the Company’s ability to complete financing transactions, maintain compliance with Nasdaq listing standards, and other risks described in the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The Company undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements except as required by law.

 

 

 

 

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.

 

      SINTX Technologies, Inc.
         
Date: May 27, 2026   By: /s/ Eric K. Olson
        Eric K. Olson
        Chief Executive Officer

 

 

 

FAQ

Why did SINTX Technologies (SINT) receive a Nasdaq deficiency notice?

SINTX received a Nasdaq notice because its stockholders’ equity was about $904,000 as of March 31, 2026, below the $2.5 million minimum required by Nasdaq Listing Rule 5550(b)(1). The company also fails alternative standards for market value and net income.

What Nasdaq listing rule is SINTX Technologies (SINT) currently failing to meet?

SINTX is not in compliance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5550(b)(1), which requires minimum stockholders’ equity of $2.5 million for continued listing on The Nasdaq Capital Market. SINTX reported approximately $904,000 of stockholders’ equity as of March 31, 2026.

How long does SINTX Technologies (SINT) have to regain Nasdaq compliance?

SINTX has 45 calendar days from the May 22, 2026 notice, until July 6, 2026, to submit a plan to regain compliance. If Nasdaq accepts the plan, SINTX may receive up to 180 days from the notice date to demonstrate compliance.

Does the Nasdaq deficiency notice immediately affect SINTX Technologies (SINT) stock trading?

The notice has no immediate effect on the listing or trading of SINTX’s common stock on The Nasdaq Capital Market. Shares continue to trade while the company prepares and submits its compliance plan and seeks to address Nasdaq’s equity requirements.

What actions is SINTX Technologies (SINT) considering to address the Nasdaq equity shortfall?

SINTX is actively pursuing financing and other strategic initiatives aimed at strengthening its balance sheet and improving stockholders’ equity. The company is in discussions about a potential equity financing transaction, but there is no assurance any deal will be completed.

What alternative Nasdaq standards does SINTX Technologies (SINT) also fail to satisfy?

Besides the equity requirement, SINTX does not satisfy alternative continued listing standards that require either at least $35,000,000 in market value of listed securities or net income from continuing operations of $500,000 in the most recent fiscal year or in two of the last three fiscal years.

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