Creatd, Inc. (OTCQB: CRTD) has implemented a 1-for-20 reverse stock split of its common stock, effective February 24, 2026, as part of its strategy to meet listing requirements for a national securities exchange. The company confirmed that no financing will accompany this corporate action, which was approved by both shareholders and the board of directors.
The reverse split reduces the number of issued and outstanding shares on a 1-for-20 basis while proportionally increasing the per-share trading price. This adjustment is specifically designed to help Creatd meet national exchange listing requirements, particularly minimum bid price thresholds that often serve as barriers for companies trading on over-the-counter markets. For an interim period of 20 business days beginning February 24, 2026, the stock will trade under the symbol $CRTDD before resuming normal trading as $CRTD.
Shareholders will see their holdings automatically adjusted through the corporate action process administered by FINRA, with Pacific Stock Transfer serving as the transfer agent. The company emphasized that no fractional shares will be issued, with fractional holdings being rounded according to standard procedures. Shareholders holding shares in brokerage accounts or book-entry form do not need to take any action, as adjustments will be automatically reflected in their accounts.
The strategic implications of this move extend beyond mere technical compliance. Companies that successfully uplist to national exchanges like NASDAQ or NYSE typically gain increased visibility among institutional investors, improved liquidity, and enhanced credibility in the marketplace. For Creatd, which acquires and grows technology-driven companies in aviation, media, and advisory services through its shared services model, access to national exchange trading could facilitate future growth initiatives and potentially lower capital costs.
Investors and industry observers can monitor developments through the company's official communications channels, including its newsroom and regulatory filings. The broader business community will be watching to see if this technical adjustment successfully positions Creatd for its next phase of growth through national exchange listing, which could serve as a case study for other OTC-traded companies considering similar strategic moves.
While the immediate effect is mathematical—consolidating shares and increasing share price—the long-term implications could be substantial for shareholders if the company successfully uplists. National exchange listings typically attract more analyst coverage, greater trading volume, and inclusion in various indices and funds that are restricted to nationally listed securities. For a company operating in competitive technology sectors, these advantages could prove significant in scaling operations and expanding market reach.
The company's forward-looking statements caution that uplisting is not guaranteed and depends on meeting various requirements beyond just share price. However, this reverse stock split represents a deliberate step toward that strategic objective, reflecting management's commitment to positioning Creatd for what it describes as improved margins and expanded market reach through its portfolio company model.
