10-K/A: Nathans Famous Files Amendment to Annual Report

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Annual Report Amendment


Nathans Famous, Inc. has filed an amendment to its Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended March 29, 2026, to include previously omitted Part III information.

Delay expectedThe company is filing this amendment because it does not intend to file a definitive proxy statement within the 120 days after the fiscal year-end, which is a standard timeframe for providing Part III information.

Summary

  • This filing is an amendment (Amendment No. 1) to Nathans Famous, Inc.'s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended March 29, 2026.
  • The amendment is being filed to include information for Part III, Items 10 through 14, which was initially omitted in reliance on General Instruction G(3) to Form 10-K.
  • The omitted information pertains to Directors, Executive Officers and Corporate Governance; Executive Compensation; Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management; Certain Relationships and Related Transactions, and Director Independence; and Principal Accountant Fees and Services.
  • The company does not intend to file a definitive proxy statement within the required 120-day period, necessitating this amendment.
  • This amendment does not otherwise change or update disclosures from the original Form 10-K, except as noted, and does not reflect events occurring after the original filing date.

Sentiment

Score: 5

Explanation: StockSavvy.ai views this filing as neutral, as it is an amendment to correct an omission and does not introduce new financial or operational information.

Future Outlook

The filing primarily addresses the inclusion of previously omitted Part III information and does not contain new forward-looking statements or guidance beyond what was in the original Form 10-K.

Management Comments

  • "Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered by this report." - Robert Steinberg, VP - Finance and CFO
  • "Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered by this report." - Eric Gatoff, CEO

Industry Context

StockSavvy.ai notes that this filing is procedural, focusing on the completion of the annual reporting requirements. The underlying business operations and strategic direction, including the pending merger with Smithfield Foods, are detailed in the original 10-K and related filings.

Corporate Governance

Change TypeDescriptionEffective DateImpact Assessment
Inclusion of Part III InformationAmendment No. 1 to Form 10-K is filed to include information for Items 10 (Directors, Executive Officers and Corporate Governance), 11 (Executive Compensation), 12 (Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management and Related Stockholder Matters), 13 (Certain Relationships and Related Transactions, and Director Independence) and 14 (Principal Accountant Fees and Services).July 24, 2026Ensures compliance with SEC reporting requirements by providing previously omitted disclosures.

Stakeholder Impact

  • Shareholders: The amendment provides shareholders with complete information regarding corporate governance, executive compensation, and security ownership, which is crucial for informed decision-making, especially in light of the pending merger.

Next Steps

  • The company will hold an annual meeting of stockholders in 2026 only if the Merger with Smithfield Foods has not already been completed and the company remains public.
  • The Merger Agreement with Smithfield Foods is contingent upon securing stockholder approval, CFIUS clearance, and other closing requirements.

Key Dates

DateDescription
March 29, 2026Fiscal year ended
September 26, 2025Date for aggregate market value calculation of non-affiliate common equity
January 20, 2026Date of Merger Agreement with Smithfield Foods and Voting Agreement
July 24, 2026Date of certifications by CEO and CFO
July 20, 2026Date as of which shares of Common Stock outstanding are reported
June 9, 2026Date of Original Form 10-K filing

Keywords

Nathans Famous, Form 10-K, Annual Report, SEC Filing, Corporate Governance, Executive Compensation, Financial Reporting

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