Edit -
"So, if we are to have a partner, this news could be helpful for shareholders. Without news of a partnership soon, the company's overall value will continue to tumble (perhaps at an accelerated rate)."
...should read,
"So, if we are to have a partner, this news ABOUT A STOCK SPLIT could be helpful for shareholders. Without news of a partnership soon, the company's overall value will continue to tumble (perhaps at an accelerated rate)."