1. Lakeland Industries is under investigation for potential securities law violations. 2. Q3 2026 reported net sales of $47.6 million but significant losses. 3. Share price fell nearly 39% following poor earnings report and certification delays. 4. CEO noted certification delays impacting financial results, expected resolution by March 2026. 5. The investigation could affect investor confidence and the stock's future performance.
FAQ
Why Very Bearish?
The significant decline in share price post-earnings reflects investor disappointment and uncertainty.
How important is it?
The investigation directly threatens LAKE's stability and investor confidence, warranting close attention.
Why Short Term?
Immediate impact from investigation and recent poor performance; volatility expected until clarity arises.
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NEW YORK, Dec. 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The law firm of Kirby McInerney LLP is investigating potential claims against Lakeland Industries, Inc. ("Lakeland" or the "Company") (NASDAQ:LAKE). The investigation concerns whether the Company and/or members of its senior management may have violated federal securities laws or engaged in other unlawful business practices.
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What Happened?
On December 9, 2025, the Company reported third quarter earnings, including "net sales of $47.6 million for Q3 2026, with adjusted EBITDA, excluding FX, at $200,000—a decrease of $4.5 million or 95% compared with the prior year period." Further, "net loss was $16 million or ($1.64) per basic and diluted share versus net income of $100,000 or $0.01 per share in the prior-year quarter." During Lakeland's third-quarter earnings call, the Company's CEO, James Jenkins, attributed results in part to "delays in certification." Jenkins further revealed "we knew that, that certification was coming in March of ‘26." On this news, the price of Lakeland shares declined by $5.85 per share, or approximately 38.97%, from $15.01 per share on December 9, 2025 to close at $9.16 on December 10, 2025.
What Should I Do?
If you purchased or otherwise acquired Lakeland securities, have information, or would like to learn more about this investigation, please contact Lauren Molinaro of Kirby McInerney LLP by email at investigations@kmllp.com, or fill out the contact form below, to discuss your rights or interests with respect to these matters at no cost.
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Contacts
Kirby McInerney LLP
Lauren Molinaro, Esq.
212-699-1171
https://www.kmllp.com
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