SmartKem (SMTK) begins review of strategic alternatives in latest 8-K

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SmartKem, Inc. filed a current report stating that on August 28, 2025 it issued a press release announcing that it intends to consider and pursue strategic alternatives. This typically means the company is formally exploring options to change or enhance its business or capital structure, which can include a wide range of potential actions described in the press release itself.

The company’s common stock continues to trade on The Nasdaq Stock Market under the symbol SMTK. The press release describing these plans is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to the report and incorporated by reference.

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SmartKem begins a formal review of strategic alternatives, signaling an evaluation of future options but without disclosed outcomes yet.

SmartKem, Inc. states that it intends to consider and pursue strategic alternatives, as disclosed via an attached press release dated August 28, 2025. A strategic review usually means the board and management are evaluating different paths for the business, which can range from continuing independently with adjustments to exploring transactions or other changes, as further detailed in the press release.

The report itself does not describe specific alternatives or any agreed transaction, so the practical impact will depend on what is actually decided and executed after this review. Future company communications and filings that outline concrete actions will provide more clarity on how this decision affects SmartKem’s operations and shareholders.

8-K Event Classification

2 items: 8.01, 9.01

2 items

Item 8.01 Other Events Other

Voluntary disclosure of events the company deems important to shareholders but not covered by other items.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits Exhibits

Financial statements, pro forma financial information, and exhibit attachments filed with this report.

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, DC 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): August 28, 2025

SmartKem, Inc.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware	001-42115	85-1083654
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)	(Commission File Number)	(IRS Employer Identification No.)

Manchester Technology Center, Hexagon Tower

Delaunays Road, Blackley

Manchester, M9 8GQ U.K.

(Address of principal executive offices, including zip code)

011-44-161-721-1514

(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

N/A

(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 exchange on which registered
Common Stock, par value $0.0001 per share		SMTK		The Nasdaq Stock Market 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 x

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.

On August 28, 2025, SmartKem, Inc. issued a press release announcing that it intends to consider and pursue strategic alternatives. A copy of the press release is filed as Exhibit 99.1 hereto and is incorporated by reference herein.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d) The following exhibit is furnished with this report:

Exhibit No.		Description
99.1		Press Release, dated August 28, 2025
104		Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document)

Signature

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.

	SMARTKEM, INC.
Dated: August 28, 2025	By:	/s/ Barbra C. Keck
		Barbra C. Keck
		Chief Financial Officer

FAQ

What did SmartKem (SMTK) announce in its latest 8-K?

SmartKem, Inc. disclosed that it issued a press release on August 28, 2025 announcing that it intends to consider and pursue strategic alternatives, indicating a formal review of potential future options for the business.

When did SmartKem decide to pursue strategic alternatives?

The company reported that on August 28, 2025 it issued a press release announcing its intention to consider and pursue strategic alternatives.

Where can investors find details on SmartKem’s strategic alternatives process?

The details are contained in the press release filed as Exhibit 99.1 to the report and incorporated by reference, which explains the company’s plans to consider and pursue strategic alternatives.

Does the 8-K describe any specific transaction for SmartKem (SMTK)?

The report states only that SmartKem intends to consider and pursue strategic alternatives and does not describe any specific transaction or completed deal in the provided content.

On which exchange does SmartKem’s common stock trade?

SmartKem’s common stock, par value $0.0001 per share, trades on The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC under the symbol SMTK.

Who signed the SmartKem (SMTK) 8-K related to strategic alternatives?

The report was signed on behalf of SmartKem, Inc. by Barbra C. Keck, who is identified as the company’s Chief Financial Officer.