NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Rubicon Technologies, Inc. (“Rubicon” or the “Company”) (NYSE: RBT), a leading provider of technology-based waste and recycling solutions, today announced that it has received a delisting notification from the New York Stock Exchange (“NYSE”) indicating that the common stock of the Company will be delisted and trading of its Class A common stock on the NYSE was suspended after market close on June 7, 2024.
The Company does not believe the current market cap is reflective of the true value of the business and intends to appeal this determination by the NYSE. If the Company is successful in its appeal, NYSE will resume trading the Company’s Class A common stock.
The Company’s Class A common stock will begin trading publicly on the OTC markets on June 10, 2024. This transition to the over-the-counter market will not affect the Company’s business operations or its U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission reporting obligations, and it does not conflict with or cause an event of default under any of the Company’s material debt or other agreements.
The NYSE reached its decision to issue a delisting notice pursuant to Rule 802.01B of the NYSE Listed Company Manual.
Last month, Rubicon announced the sale of its fleet technology business unit in a deal that includes up-front cash of $61.7 million and an earnout consideration of $12.5 million that could become payable in 2024. This strategic move underscores Rubicon’s dedication to the RUBICONConnect™ product, which serves commercial waste generators from small to medium-sized businesses to Fortune 500 companies. Many of the Company’s commercial customers are looking to Rubicon to help them achieve sustainability goals with tailored zero waste and circular economy solutions, including through the Company’s recently launched Technical Advisory Services (TAS) and the onboarding of a premier, 500+ location national grocer with complex material streams at the beginning of the second quarter. This is a valuable contract for Rubicon, with strong potential for incremental growth opportunities along the way.
“Rubicon’s strategic vision to lead our industry by innovating and investing in sustainable practices that meet the evolving needs of both our hauler network and customer base is as strong as ever,” said Phil Rodoni, CEO of Rubicon. “While it is clear that we never experienced the full benefit of the public market, we are confident in the fundamentals of the business and are excited to drive future growth, enhance our competitive edge, and deliver exceptional value to our shareholders and customers alike.”
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release includes “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the “safe harbor” provisions of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. All statements, other than statements of present or historical fact included in this press release, are forward-looking statements. When used in this press release, the words “could,” “should,” “will,” “may,” “believe,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “estimate,” “expect,” “project,” the negative of such terms and other similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements, although not all forward-looking statements contain such identifying words. Such forward-looking statements are subject to risks, uncertainties, and other factors which could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are based upon current expectations, estimates, projections, and assumptions that, while considered reasonable by Rubicon and its management, are inherently uncertain; factors that may cause actual results to differ materially from current expectations include, but are not limited to: 1) the outcome of any legal proceedings that may be instituted against Rubicon or others following the closing of the business combination; 2) changes in applicable laws or regulations; 3) the possibility that Rubicon may be adversely affected by other economic, business and/or competitive factors; 4) Rubicon’s execution of anticipated operational efficiency initiatives, cost reduction measures and financing arrangements; and 5) other risks and uncertainties set forth in the sections entitled “Risk Factors” and “Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements” in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023 (filed March 28, 2024 with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”)), Registration Statement on Form S-3, as amended, filed with the SEC, and other documents Rubicon has filed with the SEC. Although Rubicon believes the expectations reflected in the forward-looking statements are reasonable, nothing in this press release should be regarded as a representation by any person that the forward-looking statements set forth herein will be achieved or that any of the contemplated results of such forward looking statements will be achieved. There may be additional risks that Rubicon presently does not know of or that Rubicon currently believes are immaterial that could also cause actual results to differ from those contained in the forward-looking statements, many of which are beyond Rubicon’s control. You should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date they are made. Rubicon does not undertake, and expressly disclaims, any duty to update these forward-looking statements, except as otherwise required by applicable law.
About Rubicon
Rubicon builds AI-enabled technology products and provides expert sustainability solutions to waste generators and material processors to help them understand, manage, and reduce waste. As a mission-driven company, Rubicon helps its customers improve operational efficiency, unlock economic value, and deliver better environmental outcomes. To learn more, visit rubicon.com.
