SCHEDULE 13D/A: PMGC Holdings Insider Braeden Lichti's Stake Falls Below 5% Due to Share Dilution

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Beneficial Ownership Update 29 March 2025 1:46 AM

Braeden Lichti, Chairman of PMGC Holdings Inc., has reported his beneficial ownership in the company has decreased to 0.19% due to the issuance of additional shares by the issuer, triggering an amended Schedule 13D filing.

Capital raiseThe document explicitly states that Mr. Lichti's ownership was diluted due to "the issuance of additional shares by the issuer," which strongly implies a capital raise or other share issuance event that increased the total share count.

Worse than expectedThe dilution of an insider's stake, even if not due to their selling, implies the company has issued a significant number of new shares, which typically dilutes the value of existing shares for all shareholders.

Summary

Braeden Lichti, Chairman of the Board of Directors of PMGC Holdings Inc., filed an amended Schedule 13D.
His beneficial ownership in PMGC Holdings Inc. has fallen below the 5% threshold, now standing at 0.19% of the Common Stock.
This reduction in ownership is solely attributed to the issuance of additional shares by PMGC Holdings Inc., and not due to any sale or disposition of securities by Mr. Lichti.
As of March 26, 2025, Mr. Lichti beneficially owns an aggregate of 2,733 shares of Common Stock.
The total issued and outstanding Common Stock of PMGC Holdings Inc. as of March 26, 2025, is 1,403,734 shares.
Mr. Lichti's reported ownership reflects adjustments from two reverse stock splits: a 1-for-200 split effective November 27, 2024, and a 1-for-7 split effective March 10, 2025.
His holdings include shares held by entities he solely owns and controls (BWL Investments Ltd., BWL Holdings Ltd., NorthStrive Fund II LP), as well as shares issuable upon exercise of stock options and warrants.

Sentiment

Score: 4

Explanation: The sentiment is slightly negative due to the dilution of existing shares, even though the insider did not sell. Dilution generally implies a decrease in the proportional ownership and potential value per share for existing shareholders. The reverse stock splits, while not inherently negative, often accompany companies facing low share prices or seeking to meet listing requirements, which can be a concern.

Positives

The reduction in Mr. Lichti's ownership is due to company share issuance (dilution) rather than a voluntary sale by the insider, which could suggest continued confidence in the company's long-term prospects.

Negatives

The company has issued additional shares, leading to dilution for existing shareholders, including a significant insider.
The occurrence of two substantial reverse stock splits (1-for-200 and 1-for-7) within a short period may indicate challenges with the company's share price or market valuation.

Risks

Shareholder dilution: The issuance of additional shares by PMGC Holdings Inc. has diluted the ownership percentage of existing shareholders, potentially impacting the value of their holdings.
Reverse stock split implications: The two significant reverse stock splits could be a sign of underlying financial or operational challenges, or an attempt to meet exchange listing requirements, which may carry risks for investors.

Future Outlook

The document does not provide forward-looking statements or guidance regarding the company's future performance or strategic direction, focusing solely on the change in beneficial ownership.

Management Comments

"The purpose of this filing is to report that the Mr. Lichti's ownership in the Issuer has been diluted below 5% due to the issuance of additional shares by the issuer."
"The reporting person did not acquire or dispose of any securities, and the reduction in ownership is purely a result of dilution, not due to any voluntary action on the part of the reporting person."

Industry Context

This filing is a standard regulatory disclosure indicating a change in a significant shareholder's ownership threshold. The dilution of an insider's stake due to new share issuance is a common event in companies that raise capital or issue shares for other purposes, potentially impacting existing shareholder value. The two reverse stock splits suggest the company may have been managing its share price or share count to meet exchange listing requirements or improve market perception, a trend often seen in micro-cap or small-cap companies.

Stakeholder Impact

Shareholders: Experience dilution of their ownership percentage due to the issuance of new shares. The reverse stock splits also alter the share structure, which can impact per-share metrics and market perception.

Next Steps

The document does not specify any future actions, events, or milestones for the company or the reporting person beyond the filing itself.

Key Dates

Date	Description
09/24/2024	Date Mr. Lichti ceased to be a beneficial owner of more than five percent of the Issuer's Common Stock.
11/27/2024	Effective date of 1-for-200 reverse stock split of the Issuer's Common Stock.
03/10/2025	Effective date of 1-for-7 reverse stock split of the Issuer's Common Stock.
03/26/2025	Date as of which the Issuer's Common Stock issued and outstanding was 1,403,734 shares, and Mr. Lichti's ownership was calculated.
03/28/2025	Date of filing of this Schedule 13D amendment.

Keywords

PMGC Holdings Inc., Braeden Lichti, Schedule 13D, Beneficial Ownership, Share Dilution, Reverse Stock Split, Insider Ownership, Common Stock, SEC Filing

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