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Pomerantz Law Firm Initiates Class Action Against Lakeland Industries

Pomerantz LLP has announced the filing of a class action lawsuit against Lakeland Industries, Inc. (NASDAQ: LAKE) and specific company officers, which seeks to hold them accountable for alleged violations of federal securities laws. The lawsuit was filed in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York, with the case registered under docket number 26-cv-01501. This legal action is being pursued on behalf of all individuals and entities, excluding the defendants, who purchased Lakeland securities between December 1, 2023, and December 9, 2025, a timeframe known as the 'Class Period.' This lawsuit aims to recover damages related to the company’s false and misleading statements concerning its financial performance and business practices during the specified period.

Investors who acquired Lakeland securities during this Class Period are encouraged to act expeditiously; the deadline to apply for Lead Plaintiff status is April 24, 2026. Interested investors may obtain a copy of the complaint from Pomerantz Law Firm’s website. To discuss the case, you can reach out to Danielle Peyton at [email protected] or by calling 646-581-9980, and toll-free access is available at 888.4-POMLAW, extension 7980.

Lakeland Industries, recognized for manufacturing and selling industrial protective clothing and accessories, has pursued an aggressive growth strategy involving mergers and acquisitions. In late November 2023, the company made headlines with its acquisition of Pacific Helmets NZ Limited, a New Zealand-based firm specializing in firefighting helmets. This acquisition was touted as a vital enhancement to Lakeland's product offerings, believed to enhance their competitive edge in the market.

Following this, in February 2024, Lakeland acquired the Italian company Jolly Scarpe S.p.A. and its Romanian counterpart, Jolly Scarpe Romania S.R.L., which produce professional footwear for firefighters, military, and law enforcement. Company executives praised these acquisitions as pivotal to Lakeland's expansion plans, emphasizing Jolly's strong brand reputation. Throughout this expansion phase, company representatives assured investors of substantial benefits expected from these acquisitions, despite ongoing challenges such as tariffs that began to surface in 2025.

However, as the lawsuit suggests, it appears that reality diverged significantly from Lakeland’s optimistic projections. It alleges that company officials falsely assured investors that Lakeland was weathering market challenges effectively, including tariff-related uncertainties, while boasting about their M&A strategies. In July 2024, the company claimed it would reach an adjusted EBITDA between $18 million and $21.5 million for the fiscal year 2025. Yet, this confidence eroded as revenue expectations proved unfounded, and various operational hurdles began to manifest within the newly acquired companies.

In subsequent quarterly reports, Lakeland’s results consistently fell short of expectations. In September 2024, revenue fell to $38.51 million, missing estimates and prompting CEO James M. Jenkins to attribute the shortfall to delayed shipments. This result signaled the beginning of an unsettling trend for the company, illustrated by stock price drops following subsequent disappointing reports.

The allegations continued to mount as the case details the lack of honest disclosure regarding the performance issues faced by Pacific Helmets and Jolly Scarpe, which Lakeland had assured investors would yield positive financial contributions. A March 2025 report revealed further disappointment, with year-end results showcasing significant EBITDA deficits compared to earlier promises.

As of its last financial report on December 9, 2025, Lakeland made the rare move of withdrawing financial guidance altogether, citing persistent operational challenges, including production delays and tariff issues, which it claimed impacted its ability to forecast accurately. This announcement sent shockwaves through the market, causing share prices to decline dramatically, cementing the claim that investors were misled.

Pomerantz LLP, a distinguished law firm known for its commitment to fighting for the rights of victims of securities fraud, has operated for over 85 years and has a reputable history in securities class action litigation. Its efforts have resulted in significant financial recoveries on behalf of its clients. As this case unfolds, the implications for Lakeland and its investors will be closely monitored, raising broader questions about transparency and accountability in corporate governance.

For further inquiries about the class action and participation, individuals are encouraged to contact Pomerantz LLP directly. The firm’s track record in this area suggests a serious and vigorous pursuit of justice for affected investors in the ongoing litigation against Lakeland Industries, Inc.