NanoVibronix Announces Reverse Stock Split

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NanoVibronix, Inc. (NASDAQ: NAOV) announced a 1-for-20 reverse stock split effective on February 8, 2023, at 4:05 PM. The common stock will start trading on a split-adjusted basis on February 9, 2023. The reverse split reduces outstanding shares from approximately 32.9 million to about 1.6 million, while the share par value remains unchanged. This decision follows stockholder approval received on December 15, 2022, granting the board discretion to execute a reverse split within specified ratios. Stockholders’ percentage interests will remain unaffected.

Positive

• Stockholder approval for the reverse stock split provides company flexibility.
• The split will potentially enhance the stock's market perception by reducing share count.

Negative

• The reverse stock split can lead to perceived volatility and uncertainty about stock price.
• Risks include maintaining Nasdaq listing and market acceptance for new products.

Common Stock Will Begin Trading on Split-Adjusted Basis on February 9, 2023

ELMSFORD, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- NanoVibronix, Inc. (NASDAQ: NAOV) (the “Company”), a medical device company utilizing the Company's proprietary and patented low intensity surface acoustic wave (SAW) technology, today announced that it intends to effect a reverse stock split of its common stock at a ratio of 1 post-split share for every 20 pre-split shares. The reverse stock split will become effective at 4:05 p.m. on Wednesday, February 8, 2023. The Company’s common stock will continue to be traded on the Nasdaq Capital Market under the symbol NAOV and will begin trading on a split-adjusted basis when the market opens on Thursday, February 9, 2023. The new CUSIP number for the common stock following the reverse stock split is 63008J603.

At an annual meeting of stockholders held on December 15, 2022, the Company’s stockholders granted the Company’s Board of Directors the discretion to effect a reverse stock split of the Company’s common stock through an amendment to its Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation at a ratio of not less than 1-for-2 and not more than 1-for-50, with such ratio to be determined by the Company’s Board of Directors.

At the effective time of the reverse stock split, every 20 shares of the Company’s issued and outstanding common stock will be converted automatically into one issued and outstanding share of common stock without any change in the par value per share. Stockholders holding shares through a brokerage account will have their shares automatically adjusted to reflect the 1-for-20 reverse stock split. It is not necessary for stockholders holding shares of the Company’s common stock in certificated form to exchange their existing stock certificates for new stock certificates of the Company in connection with the reverse stock split, although stockholders may do so if they wish.

The reverse stock split will affect all stockholders uniformly and will not alter any stockholder’s percentage interest in the Company’s equity, except to the extent that the reverse stock split would result in a stockholder owning a fractional share. Any fractional share of a stockholder resulting from the reverse stock split will be rounded up to the nearest whole number of shares. The reverse stock split will reduce the number of shares of the Company’s common stock outstanding from 32,894,359 shares to approximately 1,644,718 shares. Proportional adjustments will be made to the number of shares of the Company’s common stock issuable upon exercise or conversion of the Company’s equity awards, warrants and other convertible securities, as well as the applicable exercise or conversion price thereof. Stockholders with shares in brokerage accounts should direct any questions concerning the reverse stock split to their broker; all other stockholders may direct questions to the Company’s transfer agent, VStock Transfer, LLC, at (212) 828-8436.

About NanoVibronix, Inc.

NanoVibronix, Inc. (NASDAQ: NAOV) is a medical device company headquartered in Elmsford, New York, with research and development in Nesher, Israel, focused on developing medical devices utilizing its patented low intensity surface acoustic wave (SAW) technology. The proprietary technology allows for the creation of low-frequency ultrasound waves that can be utilized for a variety of medical applications, including for disruption of biofilms and bacterial colonization, as well as for pain relief. The devices can be administered at home without the assistance of medical professionals. The Company’s primary products include PainShield®, UroShield® and WoundShield®, all of which are portable devices suitable for administration at home without assistance of medical professionals. Additional information about NanoVibronix is available at: www.nanovibronix.com.

Forward-looking Statements

This press release contains “forward-looking statements.” Such statements may be preceded by the words “intends,” “may,” “will,” “plans,” “expects,” “anticipates,” “projects,” “predicts,” “estimates,” “aims,” “believes,” “hopes,” “potential” or similar words. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance, are based on certain assumptions and are subject to various known and unknown risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond the Company’s control, and cannot be predicted or quantified; consequently, actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Such risks and uncertainties include, without limitation, risks and uncertainties associated with: (i) the effect that the reverse stock split may have on the price of the Company’s common stock; (ii) the Company’s ability to maintain its listing on the Nasdaq Capital Market; (iii) market acceptance of our existing and new products or lengthy product delays in key markets; (iv) negative or unreliable clinical trial results; (v) inability to secure regulatory approvals for the sale of our products; (vi) intense competition in the medical device industry from much larger, multinational companies; (vii) product liability claims; (viii) product malfunctions; (ix) our limited manufacturing capabilities and reliance on subcontractor assistance; (x) insufficient or inadequate reimbursements by governmental and/or other third party payers for our products; (xi) our ability to successfully obtain and maintain intellectual property protection covering our products; (xii) legislative or regulatory reform impacting the healthcare system in the U.S. or in foreign jurisdictions; (xiii) our reliance on single suppliers for certain product components; (xiv) the need to raise additional capital to meet our future business requirements and obligations, given the fact that such capital may not be available, or may be costly, dilutive or difficult to obtain; (xv) our conducting business in foreign jurisdictions exposing us to additional challenges, such as, e.g., foreign currency exchange rate fluctuations, logistical and communications challenges, the burden and cost of compliance with foreign laws, and political and/or economic instabilities in specific jurisdictions; and (xvi) market and other conditions. More detailed information about the Company and the risk factors that may affect the realization of forward looking statements is set forth in the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), including the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K and its Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q. Investors and security holders are urged to read these documents free of charge on the SEC’s web site at: http://www.sec.gov. The Company assumes no obligation to publicly update or revise its forward-looking statements as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as required by law.

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Investor Contacts:

Brett Maas, Managing Principal, Hayden IR, LLC

brett@haydenir.com

(646) 536-733

Source: NanoVibronix, Inc.

FAQ

What is the date of the reverse stock split for NAOV?

The reverse stock split for NanoVibronix, Inc. is effective on February 8, 2023.

How will the reverse stock split affect my shares of NAOV?

Every 20 shares of NAOV will convert into 1 share, reducing the total shares outstanding from approximately 32.9 million to around 1.6 million.

What is the new trading date for NAOV after the reverse stock split?

NAOV will begin trading on a split-adjusted basis on February 9, 2023.

How does the reverse stock split affect stockholder interests in NAOV?

The reverse stock split will not alter any stockholder’s percentage interest in the Company’s equity.

What potential risks are associated with NAOV's reverse stock split?

Potential risks include volatility in stock price and challenges in maintaining the Nasdaq listing.