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Canoo’s employees face uncertain future as mandatory unpaid break takes hold
EV startup Canoo has informally imposed an “mandatory unpaid break” on its remaining staff, according to reports. The company cited the need to secure capital necessary to propel its operations forward after furloughing dozens of employees without pay.
The situation took a turn for the worse when the company’s email systems went dark, locking out affected employees by the end of this Friday. However, their benefits will continue uninterrupted through the remainder of the month.
Sources close to the matter reveal that Canoo’s financial woes are more dire than previously thought, with the company now reporting a dwindling cash reserve of just $700,000. This alarming news has raised concerns about the company’s ability to weather the storm and emerge stronger on the other side.
In an attempt to shore up its stock price and boost investor confidence, Canoo has announced a 1-for-20 reverse stock split, set to take effect on December 24th. The move is designed to keep the company’s stock listed on the Nasdaq exchange and attract a broader range of institutional and retail investors.
The tech landscape continues to shift at breakneck speed, and one thing is clear: Canoo must prove itself capable of not only surviving but thriving in an increasingly competitive market. With its uncertain future hanging precariously in the balance, it remains to be seen whether the EV startup will be able to recover and regain its footing in the years ahead.
Canoo’s efforts to revitalize its operations have sparked a heated debate among industry observers, who are eager to see how the company will navigate this challenging period. Analysts note that “the road ahead is fraught with peril, but Canoo’s determination to succeed will ultimately determine its fate.”