Blue Star Foods Corp. has filed an 8-K report with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) detailing a significant corporate action: a reverse stock split of its common stock. This filing, dated October 8, 2026, is important for current and potential investors as it may affect the stock's market performance and shareholder equity.

Background on Blue Star Foods Corp.

Blue Star Foods Corp. is a company based in West Palm Beach, Florida, that specializes in prepared fresh or frozen fish and seafood products. The company, which trades under the symbol BSFC, is incorporated in Delaware and has undergone several changes since its inception, including a name change from AG Acquisition Group II, Inc. in February 2018.

The filing type is an 8-K, which is used to report major events that shareholders should know about. This can include changes in corporate governance, financial conditions, or other significant developments.

Details from the Filing

The 8-K filing (Accession Number: 0001493152-26-046275) reveals that on October 5, 2026, Blue Star Foods filed a Certificate of Amendment to its Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation. This amendment implements a reverse stock split at a ratio of one-for-one thousand six hundred (1-for-1,600). The split will take effect at 12:01 a.m. Eastern Time on October 8, 2026.

The filing states, "At the Effective Time, every 1,600 shares of Common Stock issued and outstanding immediately prior to the Effective Time will automatically be combined into one share of Common Stock." The total shares outstanding before the split were 171,980,101, which is expected to reduce to approximately 107,488 shares post-split.

Additionally, the filing clarifies that no fractional shares will be issued as a result of the reverse stock split. Instead, any stockholder entitled to a fractional share will receive one whole share of Common Stock in lieu of such fractional share.

Impact of the Reverse Stock Split

This reverse stock split may have several implications for shareholders and the market. The primary purpose of a reverse stock split is often to increase the stock price, making it more appealing to institutional investors and potentially avoiding delisting from stock exchanges.

Current shareholders will see their number of shares decrease significantly, but their overall ownership percentage in the company will remain the same. However, the market's perception of the stock may change, which could influence trading volumes and liquidity.

What's Next for Blue Star Foods Corp.

The filing does not specify what happens next following the reverse stock split. However, it is expected that the company's common stock will begin trading on a reverse stock split-adjusted basis in the over-the-counter market starting October 8, 2026. Investors should monitor further communications from the company for updates on its performance and any additional corporate actions.

For more details, the full filing can be accessed through the SEC's website.