HANGZHOU, China, Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — BEST Inc. (NYSE: BEST) (“BEST” or the “Company”), a leading integrated smart supply chain solutions and logistics services provider in China and Southeast Asia (“SEA”), today announced that it received a letter from the New York Stock Exchange (the “NYSE”), dated October 17, 2023, notifying the Company that it was not in compliance with applicable market capitalization and equity criteria (the “Market Cap and Equity Criteria”) in the NYSE’s continued listing standards because, as of October 16, 2023, the Company’s (i) average total market capitalization was less than $50 million over a consecutive 30 trading-day period, and (ii) last reported stockholders’ equity as of June 30, 2023 was less than $50 million. The Company is currently in compliance with all other NYSE continued listing standards, and the Company’s American Depositary Shares will continue to be listed and traded on the NYSE.
In accordance with the NYSE’s Listed Company Manual, the Company has 90 days (until January 15, 2024) to submit to the NYSE a business plan as to how the Company intends to regain compliance with the Market Cap and Equity Criteria within the next 18 months (by April 17, 2025). The Company intends to submit such a business plan. The business plan will then be reviewed by the NYSE. If the plan is accepted, the Company will be subject to quarterly monitoring for compliance with the plan.
SAFE HARBOR STATEMENT
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ABOUT BEST INC.
BEST Inc. (NYSE: BEST) is a leading integrated smart supply chain solutions and logistics services provider in China and Southeast Asia. Through its proprietary technology platform and extensive networks, BEST offers a comprehensive set of logistics and value-add services, including freight delivery, supply chain management and global logistics services. BEST’s mission is to empower business and enrich life by leveraging technology and business model innovation to create a smarter, more efficient supply chain. For more information, please visit: http://www.best-inc.com/en/.