Mullen Automotive Inc. Announces Reverse Stock Split Effective April 11, 2025

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Mullen Automotive (NASDAQ: MULN) has announced a 1-for-100 reverse stock split effective April 11, 2025, at 12:01 a.m. Eastern Time. The primary goal is to maintain Nasdaq listing compliance by meeting the $1.00 minimum bid price requirement, though compliance is not guaranteed.

Key details of the reverse split:

• Trading continues under symbol MULN with new CUSIP number 62526P703
• Common stock shares will reduce from approximately 220 million to 2.2 million
• Stockholders approved the split range of 1-for-2 to 1-for-100 on March 13, 2025
• Proportional adjustments will be made to equity awards, warrants, convertible notes, and preferred stock conversion prices
• No fractional shares will be issued; all fractional shares will be rounded up
• Stockholders' percentage interest remains unchanged except for fractional share rounding

Positive

• No shareholder action required for the reverse split implementation
• Potential maintenance of Nasdaq listing if minimum bid requirement is met
• Fractional shares will be rounded up, benefiting shareholders

Negative

• Significant share consolidation (100:1) indicates severe stock price decline
• No guarantee of meeting Nasdaq's minimum bid requirement despite reverse split
• Risk of continued stock price decline post-split

Insights

Financial Analyst

Mullen Automotive's announced 1-for-100 reverse stock split represents a significant negative signal for investors. With a current share price of just $0.0494, Mullen is executing this extreme consolidation to mathematically boost its share price to approximately $4.94 in an attempt to regain Nasdaq compliance with the $1.00 minimum bid requirement.

The exceptionally large ratio of this reverse split (at the maximum end of their authorized 1-for-2 to 1-for-100 range) is particularly concerning. Typical reverse splits occur at much lower ratios (1-for-5 or 1-for-10), making this 1-for-100 consolidation a clear indicator of severe share price deterioration. The company's outstanding shares will dramatically shrink from 220 million to just 2.2 million.

Most troubling is the company's own acknowledgment that there is "no guarantee the Company will meet the minimum bid price requirement" even after this drastic measure. This suggests potential ongoing fundamental challenges that purely technical maneuvers cannot resolve. While the split doesn't technically change proportional ownership (except for rounding up fractional shares), such extreme consolidations often face negative market psychology and selling pressure following implementation.

For context, EV manufacturing requires substantial capital, and maintaining Nasdaq listing is critical for financing capabilities. This action appears to be a last-resort measure to preserve market access rather than addressing the underlying business performance challenges that led to the sub-penny share price.

BREA, Calif., April 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via IBN -- Mullen Automotive Inc. (NASDAQ: MULN) (“Mullen” or the “Company”), an electric vehicle (“EV”) manufacturer, announced today that it will effect a 1-for-100 reverse stock split (“Reverse Stock Split”) of its common stock, par value $0.001 per share (“Common Stock”), that will become effective on April 11, 2025, at 12:01 a.m. Eastern Time. The Common Stock will continue to trade on The Nasdaq Capital Market (“Nasdaq”) under the existing symbol MULN and will begin trading on a split-adjusted basis when the market opens on April 11, 2025. The new CUSIP number for the Common Stock following the Reverse Stock Split will be 62526P703.

The Reverse Stock Split is primarily intended to bring the Company into compliance with the $1.00 minimum bid price requirement for maintaining its listing on Nasdaq. There is no guarantee the Company will meet the minimum bid price requirement.

At the Company’s Annual Meeting of Stockholders held on March 13, 2025, the Company’s stockholders approved a proposal to authorize a reverse stock split of the Company’s Common Stock, at a ratio within the range of 1-for-2 to 1-for-100. The Company’s board of directors approved a 1-for-100 reverse split ratio, and the Company will file a Certificate of Amendment to its Second Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation to effect the Reverse Stock Split effective April 11, 2025.

The 1-for-100 Reverse Stock Split will automatically combine and convert 100 current shares of the Company’s Common Stock into one issued and outstanding share of Common Stock. Proportional adjustments also will be made to outstanding equity awards, warrants and convertible notes, and certain existing agreements pursuant to their terms; however, pursuant to the terms of the Company’s 2022 Equity Incentive Plan, as amended, the number of shares then reserved for issuance under such plan will not be adjusted based upon the Reverse Stock Split ratio. Proportionate adjustments will also be made to the per share conversion price of the Company’s series of preferred stock, pursuant to their respective terms. The Reverse Stock Split will not change the par value of the Common Stock nor the authorized number of shares of Common Stock, preferred stock or any series of preferred stock.

No fractional shares will be issued in connection with the Reverse Stock Split. All fractional shares will be rounded up to the nearest whole share. The Reverse Stock Split will affect all stockholders uniformly and will not alter any stockholder’s percentage interest in the Company’s equity (other than as a result of the rounding of shares to the nearest whole share in lieu of issuing fractional shares). Currently, prior to the Reverse Stock Split, there are approximately 220 million shares of Common Stock, which after the Revers Stock Split, will be reduced to approximately 2.2 million shares of Common Stock.

The Company’s transfer agent, Continental Stock Transfer & Trust Company, will serve as exchange agent for the Reverse Stock Split. Registered stockholders holding pre-split shares of the Company’s Common Stock electronically in book-entry form are not required to take any action to receive post-split shares. Stockholders owning shares via a broker, bank, trust or other nominee will have their positions automatically adjusted to reflect the Reverse Stock Split, subject to such broker’s particular processes, and will not be required to take any action in connection with the Reverse Stock Split.

About Mullen
Mullen Automotive (NASDAQ: MULN) is a Southern California-based automotive company building the next generation of commercial EVs with two United States-based vehicle plants located in Tunica, Mississippi, (120,000 square feet) and Mishawaka, Indiana (650,000 square feet). In August 2023, Mullen began commercial vehicle production in Tunica. As of January 2024, both the Mullen ONE, a Class 1 EV cargo van, and Mullen THREE, a Class 3 EV cab chassis truck, are California Air Resource Board (“CARB”) and EPA certified and available for sale in the U.S. The Company has also recently expanded its commercial dealer network to seven dealers, which includes Pape Kenworth, Pritchard EV, National Auto Fleet Group, Ziegler Truck Group, Range Truck Group, Eco Auto, and Randy Marion Auto Group, providing sales and service coverage in key West Coast, Midwest, Pacific Northwest, New England and Mid-Atlantic markets.

To learn more about the Company, visit www.MullenUSA.com.

Forward-Looking Statements
Certain statements in this press release that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Any statements contained in this press release that are not statements of historical fact may be deemed forward-looking statements. Words such as "continue," "will," "may," "could," "should," "expect," "expected," "plans," "intend," "anticipate," "believe," "estimate," "predict," "potential" and similar expressions are intended to identify such forward-looking statements. All forward-looking statements involve significant risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in the forward-looking statements, many of which are generally outside the control of Mullen and are difficult to predict. Examples of such risks and uncertainties include but are not limited to how Mullen’s stock will perform after the Reverse Stock Split, Mullen’s ability to timely implement the Reverse Stock Split, the success of the Reverse Stock Split, and Mullen’s ability to regain compliance with Nasdaq Listing standards. Additional examples of such risks and uncertainties include but are not limited to: (i) Mullen’s ability (or inability) to obtain additional financing in sufficient amounts or on acceptable terms when needed; (ii) Mullen's ability to maintain existing, and secure additional, contracts with manufacturers, parts and other service providers relating to its business; (iii) Mullen’s ability to successfully expand in existing markets and enter new markets; (iv) Mullen’s ability to successfully manage and integrate any acquisitions of businesses, solutions or technologies; (v) unanticipated operating costs, transaction costs and actual or contingent liabilities; (vi) the ability to attract and retain qualified employees and key personnel; (vii) adverse effects of increased competition on Mullen’s business; (viii) changes in government licensing and regulation that may adversely affect Mullen’s business; (ix) the risk that changes in consumer behavior could adversely affect Mullen’s business; (x) Mullen’s ability to protect its intellectual property; and (xi) local, industry and general business and economic conditions. Additional factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in the forward-looking statements can be found in the most recent annual report on Form 10-K, quarterly reports on Form 10-Q and current reports on Form 8-K filed by Mullen with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Mullen anticipates that subsequent events and developments may cause its plans, intentions and expectations to change. Mullen assumes no obligation, and it specifically disclaims any intention or obligation, to update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as expressly required by law. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made and should not be relied upon as representing Mullen’s plans and expectations as of any subsequent date.

Contact:
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+1 (714) 613-1900
www.MullenUSA.com

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FAQ

When will Mullen's (MULN) 1-for-100 reverse stock split take effect?

The reverse stock split will become effective on April 11, 2025, at 12:01 a.m. Eastern Time.

How many MULN shares will be outstanding after the reverse split?

The number of common stock shares will reduce from approximately 220 million to 2.2 million shares.

Why is Mullen Automotive (MULN) implementing a reverse stock split?

The primary purpose is to comply with Nasdaq's $1.00 minimum bid price requirement to maintain listing.

Do MULN shareholders need to take any action for the reverse stock split?

No, positions will be automatically adjusted. Registered stockholders and those owning shares via brokers require no action.

What happens to fractional shares in MULN's reverse stock split?

All fractional shares will be rounded up to the nearest whole share.