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

Key Takeaway: Lifecore Biomedical, Inc. (NASDAQ: LFCR) announced on July 11, 2025, that it has granted equity inducement awards under its Equity Inducement Plan to three newly hired employees. The awards include restricted stock units (6,338 shares) and stock options (29,575 shares), with terms focused on attracting talent in line with Nasdaq regulations. The RSUs will vest on the third anniversary of the grant date, while the stock options have various vesting schedules. This move underlines Lifecore's commitment to strengthening its workforce.

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POSITIVE FACTORS

  • Lifecore's equity inducement plan demonstrates strong hiring efforts.
  • The approved grants show confidence in future talent for the company.
  • RSUs and stock options align employee interests with company performance.

Full Press Release Details

CHASKA, Minn., July 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lifecore Biomedical, Inc. (NASDAQ: LFCR) (“Lifecore”) a fully integrated contract development and manufacturing organization (“CDMO”), today announced that on July 11, 2025, the Lifecore compensation committee approved grants under Lifecore’s Equity Inducement Plan, as amended (the “Inducement Plan”) of restricted stock unit (“RSU”) awards with respect to an aggregate of 6,338 shares of its common stock and stock options for an aggregate of 29,575 shares of common stock to three newly hired employees. The awards will be granted on July 11, 2025, or the first day of employment, whichever is later, pursuant to offer letters between Lifecore and each employee, and as a material inducement to each employee joining Lifecore.
The RSU awards and stock options were approved by Lifecore’s compensation committee and were granted as inducement equity awards 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 stock options have an exercise price equal to Fair Market Value (as defined in the Inducement Plan) on the grant date and will vest as to one-third of the shares on the first anniversary of the grant date and as to 1/36th of the shares on each monthly grant date thereafter, subject to continued employment. The stock options have a seven-year term. Each of the RSU and stock option awards 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:
Stephanie Diaz (Investors)
Vida Strategic Partners
Vida Strategic Partners

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Frequently Asked Questions

What grants did Lifecore announce on July 11, 2025?

Lifecore announced RSU awards for 6,338 shares and stock options for 29,575 shares.

Who approved the grants at Lifecore Biomedical?

The grants were approved by Lifecore's compensation committee.

How is the vesting schedule for RSUs and stock options?

RSUs vest on the third anniversary; stock options vest over three years.

What is Lifecore Biomedical known for?

Lifecore specializes in manufacturing sterile injectable pharmaceutical products.

How can I learn more about Lifecore Biomedical?

Visit Lifecore's website at www.lifecore.com for more information.

Last updated: Jul 17, 2025