Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP Urges Aardvark Therapeutics (NASDAQ: AARD) Investors to Seek Counsel Before October 13, 2026 Lead Plaintiff Deadline in the Securities Class Action

NEW YORK CITY, NY / ACCESS Newswire / August 21, 2026 / Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP, a leading national securities law firm, reminds investors of the October 13, 2026 deadline to seek the role of lead plaintiff in a federal securities class action that has been filed against Aardvark Therapeutics, Inc. ("Aardvark" or the "Company") (NASDAQ:AARD).

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WHY: Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP, a leading national securities law firm, informs investors of the federal securities class action on behalf of a class consisting of all persons and entities other than Defendants that purchased or otherwise acquired: (a) Aardvark common stock pursuant and/or traceable to the Offering Documents (defined below) issued in connection with the Company's initial public offering conducted on or about February 13, 2025 (the "IPO" or "Offering"); and/or (b) Aardvark securities between February 13, 2025 and May 14, 2026, both dates inclusive (the "Class Period").

WHAT TO DO NEXT: To learn more about the Aardvark class action, go to www.faruqilaw.com/AARD or call Faruqi & Faruqi partner Josh Wilson directly at 877-247-4292 or 212-983-9330 (Ext. 1310). A class action lawsuit has already been filed.

If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than October 13, 2026. The court-appointed lead plaintiff is the investor with the largest financial interest in the relief sought by the class who is adequate and typical of class members who directs and oversees the litigation on behalf of the putative class. Any member of the putative class may move the Court to serve as lead plaintiff through counsel of their choice, or may choose to do nothing and remain an absent class member. Your ability to share in any recovery is not affected by the decision to serve as a lead plaintiff or not.

THE ALLEGATIONS:

As detailed below, the complaint alleges that the Company and its executives violated federal securities laws by making false and/or misleading statements and/or failing to disclose that: (1) ARD-101 was less safe than Defendants had led investors to believe; (2) accordingly, ARD-101's clinical, regulatory, and commercial prospects were overstated; and (3) as a result, Defendants' public statements were materially false and misleading at all relevant times.

Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP also encourages anyone with information regarding Aardvark's conduct to contact the firm, including whistleblowers, former employees, shareholders and others.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for Investors Regarding the Aardvark Therapeutics Securities Class Action Lawsuit

Who may be eligible to participate in the lawsuit?

Investors who purchased or acquired (a) Aardvark common stock pursuant and/or traceable to the Offering Documents (defined below) issued in connection with the Company's initial public offering conducted on or about February 13, 2025 (the "IPO" or "Offering"); and/or (b) Aardvark securities between February 13, 2025 and May 14, 2026, both dates inclusive (the "Class Period") and would like to discuss your legal rights, call Faruqi & Faruqi partner Josh Wilson directly at 877-247-4292 or 212-983-9330 (Ext. 1310).

How much did Aardvark stock drop?

Following the alleged corrective disclosures, Aardvark shares fell approximately 32% on May 15, 2026, as described in the complaint.

Why should investors contact Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP?

Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP is a leading national securities law firm with offices in New York, Pennsylvania, California and Georgia. Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP has represented investors in securities litigation for decades and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for shareholders. Investors who purchased Aardvark Therapeutics securities during the Class Period may contact the firm to discuss their legal rights, potential claims, and the lead plaintiff process at no cost or obligation.

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