Can-Fite Announces Reverse Split of its Ordinary Shares and ADS Ratio Change

Core Viewpoint - Can-Fite BioPharma Ltd. has announced a 1-for-3,000 reverse split of its ordinary shares, which will take effect on January 2, 2026, with the first trading of the consolidated shares on January 5, 2026 [1][4]. Share Structure Changes - Each outstanding 3,000 pre-split ordinary shares will combine into one new ordinary share automatically, with no action required from shareholders [2]. - The ratio of ordinary shares underlying the Company's American Depositary Shares (ADSs) will change from 1 ADS representing 300 ordinary shares to 1 ADS representing 2 ordinary shares, effective January 5, 2026 [2][3]. - The total number of outstanding ordinary shares will decrease from 42 billion to 14 million as a result of the reverse split [4]. Impact on ADS Holders - For ADS holders, the ratio change equates to a one-for-twenty ADS split, requiring the exchange of every 20 ADSs for one new ADS [3]. - No fractional new ADSs will be issued; instead, fractional entitlements will be aggregated and sold, with net cash proceeds distributed to ADS holders [6]. Ownership and Voting Power - The reverse split and ADS ratio change will not affect shareholders' percentage ownership or voting power, aside from minimal effects from fractional shares [5]. Market Expectations - The ADS price is expected to increase proportionally due to the change in the ADS ratio, although there is no assurance that the price will be equal to or greater than twenty times the pre-split price [7]. Company Overview - Can-Fite BioPharma Ltd. is focused on developing small-molecule drugs for oncological and inflammatory diseases, with its lead drug candidate, Piclidenoson, in Phase III trials for psoriasis [8]. - The company is also advancing Namodenoson, which is in various stages of trials for liver cancer and has received Orphan Drug Designation in the U.S. and Europe [8].