ADVANCED DRAINAGE SYSTEMS, INC. current report, 16 June 2016

Business Context and Reporting Period

Company: Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc.
Filing Type: Form 8-K (Current Report)
Date of Report: June 16, 2016 (Event Date)
Reporting Period: Fiscal Year ended March 31, 2016 (Subject of non-compliance)

Key Financial Metrics

This filing is a current report regarding regulatory compliance and does not contain financial performance data. The filing text does not provide values for revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity.

Material Changes

  • Listing Status Change: The Company received notice from NYSE Regulation, Inc. of non-compliance with continued listing requirements under Section 802.01E of the NYSE-Listed Company Manual.
  • Reason for Non-Compliance: Failure to timely file the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2016.
  • Trading Indicator: Common stock will trade under the symbol "WMS" with an "LF" (Late Filing) indicator until the Form 10-K is filed.

Guidance, Outlook, and Risks

  • Management Plan: Management expects to file the Fiscal 2016 Form 10-K by July 31, 2016.
  • Compliance Window: The Company has six months from June 15, 2016, to regain compliance by filing the required report.
  • Contingency Risk: If the Form 10-K is not filed within the six-month period, the NYSE may, at its sole discretion, allow the stock to trade for up to an additional six months before potential delisting.
  • Actions Taken: The Company has contacted the NYSE regarding the status and issued a press release within the required five-day window.

Investor Verification Checklist

  • Verify the actual filing date of the Fiscal 2016 Form 10-K to confirm if the July 31, 2016 target was met.
  • Monitor the stock ticker symbol for the "LF" indicator status on the NYSE.
  • Review the Fiscal 2016 Form 10-K once filed to understand the underlying reasons for the delay and the company's financial position.
  • Check for any subsequent 8-K filings regarding the final determination of listing status if the six-month deadline is approached.