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Impact BioMedical Inc. Reports Going Concern Audit Opinion in 2025 10-K Filing While Continuing Strategic Merger Plans

Key Takeaway: Impact BioMedical Inc. reported a 'going concern' audit opinion in its 2025 10-K filing, indicating financial uncertainties. Despite this, the company is moving forward with plans to merge with Dr. Ashley's Ltd., expected to finalize by July 1, 2026. The announcement does not alter the financial statements for 2025.
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POSITIVE FACTORS

  • Impact BioMedical is pursuing a strategic merger with Dr. Ashley's Ltd.
  • The merger is projected to be completed by July 1, 2026.
  • The company is actively involved in discovering and patenting new biopharmaceutical technologies.

CONCERNS & RISKS

  • The audit opinion includes a 'going concern' qualification.
  • There are risks regarding the company's ability to secure additional financing.
  • The announcement indicates potential financial instability.

Full Press Release Details

HOUSTON, April 03, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Impact BioMedical Inc. (NYSE American: IBO) announced that its annual report(10-K) for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2025, filed on March 11, 2026, includes an audit opinion from Grassi & Co., CPAs, P.C. that contains a "going concern" qualification. This announcement is made pursuant to NYSE American LLC Company Guide Section 610(b), which requires public announcement of the receipt of an audit opinion containing a going concern paragraph and does not represent any change or amendment to the Company’s financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2025.
Again, this announcement does not represent any change or amendment to the Company’s financial statements or to its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2025.
Separately, Impact Biomedical continues with strategic plans to merge with Dr. Ashley’s Ltd. (here), projected to be completed by July 1, 2026.

About Impact Biomedical Inc.

Impact Biomedical Inc. (IBIO) discovers, confirms, and patents unique science and technologies which can be developed into new offerings in biopharmaceuticals and consumer healthcare and wellness in collaboration with external partners through research, licensing, co-development, joint ventures, and other relationships.
Safe Harbor StatementThis press release contains forward-looking statements. These statements involve risks and uncertainties, including the company's ability to close its pending merger and secure additional financing to address the going concern doubt expressed by its auditors. Actual results may differ materially.

Investor Relations:info@impactbiomedinc.com

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the 'going concern' audit opinion mean?

It indicates potential financial instability and doubts about the company's ability to continue operations.

What is the planned merger for Impact BioMedical?

Impact BioMedical plans to merge with Dr. Ashley's Ltd., projected to complete by July 1, 2026.

Did the audit opinion change the financial statements?

No, the audit opinion does not represent any change to the financial statements for 2025.

Who conducted the audit for Impact BioMedical?

The audit was conducted by Grassi & Co., CPAs, P.C.

Last updated: Apr 3, 2026