Faraday Future Seeks Shareholder Approval for Massive Dilution, Reverse Split, and Incentive Plan Amid Delisting Threat

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Faraday Future is calling for a shareholder vote on May 22, 2026, to approve highly dilutive capital raises, a massive increase in authorized shares, a significant expansion of its stock incentive plan, and a reverse stock split of up to 1-for-150 to avoid Nasdaq delisting.

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• Shareholder Meeting Scheduled

  The Annual Meeting of Stockholders is set for May 22, 2026, to vote on nine critical proposals, including capital raises, share authorization, and a reverse stock split.

• Massive Share Authorization Request

  Shareholders will vote on increasing authorized common stock by 140,528,448 shares (approximately 45% of current outstanding) and preferred stock by 10,839,269 shares, primarily to facilitate future financings.

• Significant Equity Financing Approvals

  Approval is sought for the issuance of shares related to a $45 million debt financing (previously announced April 20, 2026) and a $12 million equity/convertible preferred/warrant financing (previously announced April 16, 2026), as these issuances would exceed 20% of outstanding shares.

• Reverse Stock Split Proposal

  The Board seeks authorization for a reverse stock split of up to 1-for-150 to increase the share price and maintain Nasdaq listing compliance, following a delisting notice received on March 20, 2026.

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This definitive proxy statement outlines critical proposals for Faraday Future's upcoming annual meeting, directly addressing its severe financial distress, 'going concern' warning, and Nasdaq delisting risk. The company is seeking shareholder approval for highly dilutive measures, including significant equity financings, a substantial increase in authorized shares, and a large expansion of its stock incentive plan. The proposed reverse stock split, up to 1-for-150, is a desperate attempt to regain Nasdaq compliance. The prior issuance of a Series A Preferred Stock with 10 billion votes, designed to mirror common stock votes on the share authorization and reverse split proposals, effectively ensures their passage, highlighting the company's urgent need for these measures and significantly diminishing common shareholder influence on these critical decisions. Investors should be aware of the substantial dilution and the precarious financial position indicated by these proposals.