Blackboxstocks Sets Reverse Stock Split Ratio at 1-for-4

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Blackboxstocks Inc. (NASDAQ: BLBX) has filed an amendment for a Reverse Stock Split at a ratio of one-for-four, effective April 10, 2023. This decision was unanimously supported by the Board of Directors and approved by stockholders holding a majority of voting power on March 14, 2023. Following the split, trading will commence on a split-adjusted basis on April 11, 2023. No fractional shares will be issued; shareholders entitled to fractions will receive a whole share instead. This move aims to adjust the number of outstanding shares and enhance the company's stock price. Additionally, adjustments will also be made to the exercise prices for stock options and warrants. The company provides real-time analytics and a social media platform for stock and options traders.

Positive

• The Reverse Stock Split may enhance stock price stability by reducing the number of outstanding shares.
• The decision received unanimous support from the Board and majority approval from stockholders.

Negative

• The need for a Reverse Stock Split may indicate low stock prices, raising concerns about market perception and investor confidence.

DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Blackboxstocks Inc. (NASDAQ: BLBX), (“Blackbox” or the “Company”), a financial technology and social media hybrid platform offering real-time proprietary analytics for stock and options traders of all levels, announced today that it has filed an amendment to the Company’s articles of incorporation with the Nevada Secretary of State to effect the Reverse Stock Split at a Split Ratio of one-for-four.

On March 14, 2023, the Board of Directors of Blackboxstocks unanimously adopted resolutions declaring the advisability of, and recommending that stockholders approve, an amendment to the Company’s Articles of Incorporation to effect a reverse split of the Company’s Common Stock (the “Reverse Stock Split”) at a ratio of up to one-for-seven. Also on March 14, 2023, the stockholders of the Company holding a majority in voting power of issued and outstanding Common Stock, as a class, and all of our issued and outstanding shares of Series A Convertible Preferred Stock, adopted by written consent, resolutions approving the Reverse Stock Split and Amendment. On April 7, 2023 the Board of Directors approved a Split Ratio for the Reverse Stock Split of one-for-four.

The amendment to the articles of incorporation take effect on April 10, 2023 at 4:01 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time (the “Effective Time”) and the Company’s Common Stock will begin trading on a split-adjusted basis on The Nasdaq Capital Market at the commencement of trading on April 11, 2023 under the Company’s existing symbol “BLBX”. No fractional shares will be issued as a result of the Amendment. All stockholders who would be entitled to receive fractional shares as a result of the Reverse Stock Split will receive one whole share for their fractional share interest. There was no change in the par value of our Common Stock or Preferred Stock.

As a result of the Reverse Stock Split, every 4 shares of the Company’s Common Stock issued and outstanding immediately prior to the Effective Time will be consolidated into one issued and outstanding share. In addition, proportionate adjustments will be made to the exercise prices of the Company’s outstanding stock options and warrants and to the number of shares issued and issuable under the Company’s existing stock incentive plans.

About Blackboxstocks, Inc.

Blackboxstocks, Inc. is a financial technology and social media hybrid platform offering real-time proprietary analytics and news for stock and options traders of all levels. Our web-based software employs "predictive technology" enhanced by artificial intelligence to find volatility and unusual market activity that may result in the rapid change in the price of a stock or option. Blackbox continuously scans the NASDAQ, New York Stock Exchange, CBOE, and all other options markets, analyzing over 10,000 stocks and up to 1,500,000 options contracts multiple times per second. We provide our users with a fully interactive social media platform that is integrated into our dashboard, enabling our users to exchange information and ideas quickly and efficiently through a common network. We recently introduced a live audio/screenshare feature that allows our members to broadcast on their own channels to share trade strategies and market insight within the Blackbox community. Blackbox is a SaaS company with a growing base of users that spans 42 countries; current subscription fees are $99.97 per month or $959.00 annually.

For more information, go to: https://blackboxstocks.com.

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Blackboxstocks uses and intends to continue to use its Investors website at https://blackboxstocks.com/company-overview as a means of disclosing material nonpublic information and for complying with its disclosure obligations under Regulation FD. Accordingly, investors should monitor the Company’s Investors website, in addition to following the Company’s press releases, SEC filings, public conference calls, presentations and webcasts.

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FAQ

What is the effective date of Blackboxstocks' reverse stock split?

The reverse stock split takes effect on April 10, 2023.

What is the split ratio for Blackboxstocks' reverse stock split?

The split ratio is one-for-four.

When will Blackboxstocks begin trading on a split-adjusted basis?

Trading on a split-adjusted basis will begin on April 11, 2023.

Will Blackboxstocks issue fractional shares after the reverse stock split?

No, there will be no fractional shares issued; shareholders entitled to fractions will receive one whole share.

Why did Blackboxstocks decide to implement a reverse stock split?

The reverse stock split aims to adjust the number of outstanding shares and enhance the company's stock price.