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Leslie’s, Inc. (NASDAQ:LESL) implemented a 1-for-20 reverse stock split of its common stock, effective Friday. The company filed a certificate of amendment to its Seventh Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation with the Secretary of State of Delaware to enact the split.
As a result, every 20 shares of Leslie’s common stock outstanding before the effective time were automatically combined into one share, reducing the total number of issued and outstanding shares to approximately 9,289,790. The number of authorized shares of common stock was also proportionally reduced to 50,000,000. The par value per share remains unchanged.
Leslie’s common stock is expected to begin trading on a split-adjusted basis on the Nasdaq Capital Market as of the open of trading Monday under its existing ticker symbol, LESL. The company’s common stock will now be represented by a new CUSIP number, 527064 208.
No fractional shares were issued as part of the reverse stock split. Instead, the company’s transfer agent will aggregate all fractional shares and sell them at prevailing market prices. Shareholders entitled to fractional shares will receive a proportional cash payment from the net proceeds of these sales.
The reverse stock split also triggered proportionate adjustments to outstanding equity awards under Leslie’s 2020 Omnibus Incentive Plan, including stock options, restricted stock units, and performance units, as well as the number of shares reserved for future issuance under the plan.
This information is based on a press release statement included in Leslie’s, Inc.’s recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
In other recent news, Leslie’s, Inc. reported a 12% decline in revenue for the third quarter, attributed to cooler weather affecting pool usage and increased competition from big box and discount retailers. The company is also facing financial challenges, as evidenced by Moody’s downgrade of Leslie’s corporate family rating to Caa3 and S&P Global Ratings’ downgrade to ’CCC+’, both citing weak sales and high debt levels. Additionally, Loop Capital and Jefferies have lowered their price targets for Leslie’s stock, with Loop Capital reducing it to $0.50 and Jefferies to $0.35, while both maintained a Hold rating. These reductions reflect concerns over weaker earnings results, challenging macroeconomic conditions, and high leverage. In leadership changes, Leslie’s announced the appointment of Jeff White as the new chief financial officer, effective October 5, 2025, succeeding Tony Iskander. Iskander will remain in an advisory role until January 2026 to ensure a smooth transition. These developments come as Leslie’s navigates a challenging environment with competitive pressures in the pool supply market.
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