Canaan Inc., a maker of crypto mining rigs, has been hit hard over the past year as its American Depositary Shares fell well below key thresholds. Reports say the company received a written notice from Nasdaq after its ADS had closed under $1.00 for 30 consecutive business days, triggering a formal compliance process. Minimum Bid Deadline The exchange gave Canaan 180 calendar days to push its share price back above $1.00 for 10 straight trading days, a rule meant to keep listings on the Nasdaq Global Market. Reports note this grace period ends on July 13, 2026, and that trading will continue while the company works to meet the threshold. Drop Stings Investors Canaan’s stock has slid about 63% over the last 12 months, reflecting weak demand and broader stress in the crypto hardware sector. Some market reports put the most recent close near $0.79 or roughly in that area, underlining how far the price has fallen. Reports say part of the pressure comes from lower orders and a shift in computing demand, as some buyers explore AI hardware instead of mining rigs. That change hit revenues and left the stock vulnerable. The company has faced similar trouble before; this is a repeat warning less than a year after a prior compliance notice. Options On The Table Company filings and market watchers say Canaan could try a reverse stock split to push the per-share price up quickly, or look for ways to boost sales and cash flow. Either route has tradeoffs. A split can change share math but does not fix demand. Strengthening sales takes time and money. Watch the daily closing price. If the ADS can close at or above 10 or more consecutive trading days at $1.00 or higher, Nasdaq will confirm compliance. If that does not happen by July 13, the company may face delisting or seek another extension through Nasdaq procedures. A Hard Road Ahead Canaan still trades on Nasdaq for now. But the notice is a reminder that small shifts in demand and price can force big changes for hardware makers. For holders, the path to safety is clear but not easy: the share price must climb and stay there. Reports say management will monitor the market and consider options to restore the listing standard. Featured image from Unsplash, chart from TradingView
