Core Viewpoint - Neogen Corporation is facing a class action lawsuit due to alleged violations of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, with claims that the company and its executives misled investors regarding the integration of its business with 3M's Food Safety Division and the financial implications of this merger [1][3][4]. Company Overview - Neogen Corporation specializes in the development, manufacture, and marketing of products and services focused on food and animal safety [2]. Class Action Details - The class action lawsuit is titled "Operating Engineers Construction Industry and Miscellaneous Pension Fund v. Neogen Corporation" and allows investors who purchased Neogen common stock between January 5, 2023, and June 3, 2025, to seek appointment as lead plaintiff by September 16, 2025 [1][7]. - The lawsuit alleges that Neogen's executives made false statements about the progress of the integration with 3M and downplayed inefficiencies that arose during this process [3][4]. Financial Performance - On January 10, 2025, Neogen reported a significant GAAP net income loss due to a $461 million non-cash goodwill impairment charge related to the 3M acquisition, alongside a reduction in fiscal year 2025 revenue and EBITDA guidance [4]. - In the third quarter of 2025, Neogen reported a loss of $11 million, a significant increase from a $2 million loss the previous year, with revenue declining by 3.4% to $221 million due to integration issues [5]. - On June 4, 2025, Neogen projected an EBITDA margin drop to the high teens from 22%, attributing this to elevated inventory write-offs, which led to a further decline in stock price by over 17% [6].
NEOG INVESTOR ALERT: Neogen Corporation Investors with Substantial Losses Have Opportunity to Lead Investor Class Action Lawsuit - RGRD Law