News Summary
Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC has launched an investigation into Microvast Holdings, Inc. after serious allegations of securities violations surfaced. A report by J Capital Research claims that Microvast misrepresented financial data and concealed the rescinding of a $200 million U.S. Department of Energy grant. Additionally, concerns arise regarding the authenticity of the company’s revenue from Chinese customers as footage reveals inactive production facilities. The company now faces a securities class action lawsuit for failing to disclose critical information, prompting scrutiny from regulators and investors alike.
New Orleans, Louisiana – Kahn Swick & Foti, LLC (KSF) has initiated an investigation into Microvast Holdings, Inc. (NasdaqCM: MVST) following serious allegations of securities violations. The decision comes after a report from J Capital Research, released on November 21, 2023, which outlines troubling claims regarding the company’s business practices and financial disclosures.
The report, titled “MVST: Empty Facilities and a Grant Loss That Was Probably Hidden: Another China Hustle,” accuses Microvast of being aware that a proposed $200 million U.S. Department of Energy Grant was rescinded months before this information was publicly disclosed in a Reuters report in May 2023. This allegation raises significant concerns about the company’s transparency and compliance with federal regulations.
Additionally, the report suggests that a considerable portion of Microvast’s reported revenue may be fabricated. Specifically, it states that 57% of Microvast’s revenue in 2023 originated from Chinese customers. However, drone footage captured at the company’s Chinese production facilities indicates a lack of activity, raising further doubts about the legitimacy of these sales. Moreover, local competitors have alleged that Microvast is not achieving any notable sales within China and has seemingly vanished from regional procurement lists.
The findings from J Capital Research have contributed to a growing legal challenge for Microvast, as the company and several of its executives are now facing a securities class action lawsuit. This lawsuit accuses Microvast of failing to disclose critical information and thus violating federal securities laws. Notably, a recent court ruling has allowed the lawsuit to progress, denying part of Microvast’s motion to dismiss the case.
Kahn Swick & Foti, led by former Louisiana Attorney General Charles C. Foti, Jr., Esq., aims to investigate whether Microvast’s officers and/or directors breached their fiduciary duties or violated state or federal laws related to these allegations. KSF has extended an invitation to long-term shareholders of Microvast as well as anyone possessing relevant information regarding the investigation, encouraging them to come forward to discuss their legal rights.
Those interested can reach out to KSF at a toll-free number (1-833-938-0905) or via email at lewis.kahn@ksfcounsel.com.
The background on Microvast suggests it operates in the fast-evolving electric vehicle battery industry, which has seen significant investment and growth amid global shifts towards renewable energy sources. However, with the serious allegations now surfacing, the company’s future and reputation may be at stake, necessitating close scrutiny from both regulators and investors.
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