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Published April 9, 2026
Lakeland Industries told investors its acquisition strategy was small, strategic, and quick. Pacific Helmets. Jolly Boots. Global expansion. Strong guidance. Big expectations.
But behind the scenes, those shiny new acquisitions were struggling.
On September 4, 2024, Lakeland missed revenue. Executives blamed shipment delays at Jolly. The stock slipped.
In April 2025, things got worse. Earnings cratered. A major boot order was pushed out. Pacific Helmets was dealing with production problems. The company still insisted its outlook was solid. Then on June 9, 2025, another miss. Tariff delays. Freight costs. More excuses. Finally, on December 9, 2025, the bottom fell out. Revenue missed by about $9 million. Guidance was pulled. The CFO departed.
The stock collapsed nearly 40% in a single day.
Investors were left stunned.
Now, more shareholders are joining the lawsuit.