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KWESST Announces 1-for-21 Share Consolidation
Newsfileยท2025-04-21 11:30

Core Viewpoint - KWESST Micro Systems Inc. will consolidate its common shares at a ratio of 21 pre-consolidation shares for 1 post-consolidation share, effective April 23, 2025, to comply with Nasdaq's minimum bid price requirements [1][5][8]. Group 1: Share Consolidation Details - The consolidation was approved by shareholders on March 31, 2025, with a maximum ratio of 25 pre-consolidation shares for 1 post-consolidation share, but the Board decided on a 21:1 ratio [2]. - Currently, there are 11,137,638 shares issued and outstanding, which will reduce to approximately 530,363 shares post-consolidation [3]. - No fractional shares will be issued; fractions will be rounded to the nearest whole number [4]. Group 2: Purpose and Impact - The primary purpose of the consolidation is to increase the share price to meet Nasdaq's continued listing requirements [5][8]. - The consolidation will not affect the number of outstanding share purchase warrants, but the number of shares per warrant will be adjusted to 21 warrants for 1 post-consolidation share, with an increased exercise price of US$1,050.00 [7]. - The exercise price and number of shares for other convertible securities will also be proportionately adjusted [8]. Group 3: Company Overview - KWESST develops next-generation tactical systems for military and security forces, including digitization of tactical forces and countermeasures against various threats [9][10]. - The company is headquartered in Ottawa, Canada, with offices in London, UK, and Abu Dhabi, UAE [10].