Azitra Receives Approval for Compliance Plan from NYSE American
Azitra announced it received a notice from the staff of NYSE American approving Azitra's plan to come into compliance with the Exchange's continued listing standards under Section 1003(a)(ii) of the NYSE American Company Guide. Azitra must regain compliance with the continued listing standards by April 1, 2027. If Azitra is not in compliance with the continued listing standards by April 1, 2027, or if Azitra does not make progress consistent with the Plan during the plan period, NYSE Regulation staff will initiate delisting proceedings as appropriate.
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- Special Meeting Postponed: Azitra's Special Meeting scheduled for February 6, 2026, was adjourned due to a lack of quorum and will reconvene on March 6, 2026, in a virtual format, impacting shareholder voting and decision-making processes.
- Quorum Not Met: At the Special Meeting, only approximately 13% of shareholders submitted proxy votes, failing to meet the required 33.33% quorum, which may hinder the company from obtaining necessary support on critical proposals.
- Clear Proposal Content: The reconvened meeting will discuss two proposals, including the approval of issuing more than 19.99% of common stock under the Securities Purchase Agreement with Alumni Capital LP, with potential delays affecting the company's financing plans if votes are insufficient.
- Shareholder Voting Call: Azitra urges eligible shareholders as of January 2, 2026, to vote promptly to ensure their proxies are submitted before March 6, facilitating the smooth advancement of proposals at the reconvened meeting and ensuring the achievement of the company's strategic objectives.
- Investor Attention: As the earnings season unfolds, mid to low market capitalization healthcare stocks are drawing investor attention due to their strong earnings momentum, indicating growing market confidence in this sector.
- Analyst Expectations: The EPS Revision Grade reflects the trend in analyst earnings estimates, with A+ ratings indicating optimistic projections for future performance, potentially driving stock prices higher.
- List of A+ Rated Stocks: Currently, companies such as Aldeyra Therapeutics, Altimmune, Annovis Bio, and Assertio Holdings have received A+ EPS Revision Grades, showcasing their strong performance in the eyes of analysts.
- Market Strategy Impact: These A+ rated healthcare stocks are likely to attract more investor interest, potentially triggering positive sentiment towards the healthcare sector as a whole, thereby enhancing the performance of related ETFs.
- Clinical Showcase Opportunity: Azitra will present its clinical development strategy at the Biotech Showcase on January 13, 2026, which is expected to attract potential investors and partners, thereby enhancing the company's influence in precision dermatology.
- Innovative Therapy Progress: Azitra's lead program ATR-12 is undergoing a Phase 1b clinical trial for Netherton syndrome, a condition with no approved treatment options, highlighting the company's potential to address significant medical needs.
- FDA Fast Track Designation: The ATR-04 program has received Fast Track designation from the FDA to treat EGFR inhibitor-associated skin toxicity affecting approximately 150,000 patients in the U.S., indicating the company's competitive edge and responsiveness to patient needs.
- Technological Platform Advantage: Azitra leverages a microbial library of around 1,500 bacterial strains and artificial intelligence technology to drive the development of new therapies, showcasing its innovative capabilities and future growth potential in the biopharmaceutical sector.
- Compliance Plan Approved: Azitra has received notice from NYSE American approving its compliance plan, which aims to meet the listing standards by April 1, 2027, ensuring the company remains listed and avoids potential delisting risks.
- Shareholder Equity Requirement: The company must meet the minimum shareholder equity requirement of $4 million by October 1, 2025, or face delisting proceedings, which could impact its financing and market trust.
- Funding Avenue Exploration: Azitra is assessing multiple funding avenues to ensure compliance, demonstrating the company's commitment to future growth while reflecting its ongoing efforts in the clinical-stage biopharmaceutical sector.
- Business Impact Assessment: Although the compliance notice has no immediate effect on Azitra's stock trading, the company will undergo periodic compliance reviews to ensure its business operations remain unaffected and maintain reporting requirements with the SEC.

Q3 2025 Business Highlights: Azitra, Inc. reported significant progress in its clinical programs, including the initiation of a Phase 1/2 trial for ATR-04 targeting EGFRi-associated rash and positive preclinical data for ATR-01 aimed at ichthyosis vulgaris.
Financial Performance: The company reported a net loss of $2.8 million for Q3 2025, an increase from $1.0 million in the same period in 2024, with cash and cash equivalents at $1.4 million as of September 30, 2025.
Focus on Rare Skin Diseases: Azitra's lead program, ATR-12, targets Netherton syndrome, a severe skin condition with no approved treatments, highlighting the company's commitment to addressing unmet medical needs in dermatology.
Future Outlook: The company remains optimistic about the potential of its three development programs (ATR-12, ATR-04, and ATR-01) and continues to leverage its proprietary platform for engineered proteins and topical live biotherapeutic products.
Compliance Notice: Azitra received a notice from NYSE American for not meeting continued listing standards due to insufficient stockholders' equity, with reported losses in three of the last four fiscal years.
Action Plan and Funding: The company has until October 31, 2025, to submit a plan to regain compliance by April 1, 2027, and is exploring multiple funding options; the notice does not affect trading or operations.









