JFB Construction Holdings Announces Update on 2-for-1 Stock Split

The split is expected to become effective on March 25, 2026, increasing the number of outstanding shares from 7 million to 14 million.

Mar. 17, 2026 at 4:10am

JFB Construction Holdings (Nasdaq: JFB) announced an update on its previously announced 2-for-1 stock split. The split is now expected to become effective on March 25, 2026, for stockholders of record as of close of business on March 23, 2026. Following the split, the number of outstanding shares will increase from approximately 7 million to 14 million, with the par value and proportionate ownership remaining unchanged.

Why it matters

The stock split is being implemented in connection with JFB's $1.5 billion all-stock business combination with XTEND, a software-first defense technology company. The split is intended to enhance trading liquidity and align the company's capital structure ahead of the pending merger.

The details

Every one share of JFB common stock will be automatically split into two shares. No fractional shares will be issued. The company's common stock will continue to trade on Nasdaq under the symbol 'JFB' with a new CUSIP number. Stockholders holding shares in street name will have their accounts automatically adjusted, while registered stockholders should contact the company's transfer agent with any questions.

  • The stock split is expected to become effective on March 25, 2026.
  • The record date for the split is March 23, 2026.

The players

JFB Construction Holdings

A real estate development and construction company that has provided general contracting and construction management services in 36 U.S. states.

XTEND

A software-first defense and security technology company building a unified operating ecosystem for human-guided autonomy across air, ground, and maritime domains.

Joseph F. Basile III

Chief Executive Officer of JFB Construction Holdings.

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What they’re saying

“This stock split represents a proactive and strategic step as we prepare to take XTEND AI Robotics public. By increasing the number of shares outstanding and lowering the per-share price, we aim to enhance accessibility for investors while aligning the combined company's share structure to support the investor base we intend to attract as a leading U.S. defense technology company listed on Nasdaq.”

— Joseph F. Basile III, Chief Executive Officer of JFB

What’s next

The merger between JFB and XTEND remains subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals and is expected to close during the middle of 2026. Upon closing, the combined company will be renamed XTEND AI Robotics and trade on Nasdaq under the ticker symbol 'XTND'.

The takeaway

The stock split is a strategic move by JFB to enhance trading liquidity and align its capital structure ahead of the pending merger with XTEND, as the combined company looks to establish itself as a leading U.S. defense technology player on the Nasdaq exchange.