BT Brands terminates Aero Velocity merger; registration statement not declared effective by April 30, 2026

BT Brands, Inc.

Terminated merger agreement with Aero Velocity on May 1, 2026, because SEC did not declare registration statement effective by April 30, 2026.
No termination fee or material early termination penalty is payable under the Merger Agreement.
Aero's counsel sent a letter on May 4, 2026 disputing validity of termination; BT Brands disputes Aero's assertions.
BT Brands will focus on improving restaurant profitability, strengthening cash flow, and maintaining balance sheet flexibility.
CEO Gary Copperud stated termination was in best interests of shareholders.

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BT Brands, Inc. terminated Merger Agreement with Aero Velocity Inc. (effective 2026-05-01).

Action: termination
Agreement: merger
Counterparty: Aero Velocity Inc.
Effective: 2026-05-01

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On May 1, 2026, the Company delivered written notice to Aero terminating the Merger Agreement pursuant to Section 7.1(b) thereof.

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