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Lifecore Announces Inducement Grant Under Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4)

Key Takeaway: Lifecore Biomedical, Inc. announced the grant of a restricted stock unit (RSU) award of 5,000 shares to a newly hired employee as part of its Equity Inducement Plan. This grant, effective April 20, 2026, was approved by the company's compensation committee and serves as an incentive for the employee to join Lifecore. The RSUs will vest on the third anniversary of the grant date, contingent upon continued employment.
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POSITIVE FACTORS

  • Lifecore granted a restricted stock unit award to attract talent.
  • The RSU is part of Lifecore's strategy to incentivize new employees.
  • The approval of the RSU by the compensation committee demonstrates company commitment to rewarding employees.

Full Press Release Details

CHASKA, Minn., April 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lifecore Biomedical, Inc. (NASDAQ: LFCR) (“Lifecore”) a fully integrated injectables contract development and manufacturing organization (“CDMO”), today announced that effective on April 20, 2026, Lifecore granted a restricted stock unit (“RSU”) award with respect to 5,000 shares of its common stock under Lifecore’s Equity Inducement Plan, as amended (the “Inducement Plan”) to a newly hired employee of Lifecore. The RSU award was granted pursuant to the offer letter between Lifecore and the employee, and as a material inducement to the employee joining Lifecore.
The RSU award was approved by Lifecore’s compensation committee and was granted as inducement equity award in accordance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4) under the Inducement Plan.
The RSUs will vest and be settled on the third anniversary of the grant date, subject to continued employment. The RSU award is governed by an award agreement and the Inducement Plan.
About Lifecore Biomedical
Lifecore Biomedical, Inc. (Nasdaq: LFCR) is a fully integrated contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) that offers highly differentiated capabilities in the development, fill and finish of sterile injectable pharmaceutical products in syringes, vials, and cartridges, including complex formulations. As a leading manufacturer of premium, injectable-grade hyaluronic acid, Lifecore brings more than 40 years of expertise as a partner for global and emerging biopharmaceutical and biotechnology companies across multiple therapeutic categories to bring their innovations to market. For more information about the company, visit Lifecore’s website at www.lifecore.com.
Lifecore Biomedical, Inc. Contact Information:
Vida Strategic Partners
Stephanie Diaz (Investors)
Jennifer Arcure (Media)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lifecore Biomedical?

Lifecore Biomedical, Inc. is a CDMO specializing in the development and manufacturing of sterile injectable pharmaceutical products.

What is the significance of the RSU award?

The RSU award of 5,000 shares was granted to a new employee as an inducement for joining Lifecore.

When do the RSUs vest?

The RSUs will vest on the third anniversary of the grant date, contingent on continued employment.

Which plan governs the RSU award?

The RSU award is governed by an award agreement and Lifecore's Inducement Plan.

How long has Lifecore been in operation?

Lifecore has over 40 years of experience in the biopharmaceutical industry.

Last updated: Apr 22, 2026