Core Insights - Applied Digital exceeded Wall Street revenue estimates for the first quarter, driven by increased demand for its data center services as customers expand their computing capabilities to support rapid growth in various sectors [1] Group 1: Financial Performance - The company reported first-quarter revenue that surpassed analyst expectations, indicating strong market performance [1] - The surge in demand for data center services reflects a broader trend in the industry as businesses scale up their computing resources [1] Group 2: Market Demand - There is a notable increase in customer demand for data center services, which is a key driver of the company's revenue growth [1] - The trend of scaling up computing resources is likely to continue as industries adapt to fast-growing technological needs [1]

Market Overview - U.S. equities experienced a downturn, with major indices closing in the red due to concerns over market valuations and a potential cooldown in the AI-driven rally [2][9] - The S&P 500 unofficially closed down 22.93 points or 0.34% at 6,730.79, the Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped 267.55 points or 0.57% to 46,334.23, and the Nasdaq Composite finished down 32.66 points or 0.14% at 23,010.72 [2][9] - This pullback follows a substantial 36% rally for the S&P 500 since April, indicating signs of fatigue among investors [2][9] Corporate News - Applied Digital Corporation (APLD) reported strong Q1 revenue of $64.2 million, significantly exceeding the IBES estimate of $51 million, but also posted an adjusted net loss of $7.6 million and a net loss of $27.8 million, translating to an earnings per share of -$0.11 [3][9] - ICL Group Ltd. (ICL) announced a setback for its U.S. expansion plans as the U.S. Department of Energy discontinued funding for its proposed LFP cathode active material manufacturing plant, which was expected to be the first large-scale LFP material manufacturing plant in the U.S. and had been awarded $197 million through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding [4][9] Industry Insights - Despite the broader market's cautious sentiment regarding AI-driven exuberance and stretched valuations, analysts continue to identify strong fundamentals and accelerating adoption as reasons to remain invested in the artificial intelligence sector [5][9] - Microsoft 365 (MSFT) experienced a service issue that has been fully resolved, indicating operational resilience in the tech sector [6][9] - Jane Street is reportedly looking to expand its trading unit for physical natural gas, a market that has been largely avoided by banks and investment firms in recent years, suggesting potential growth opportunities in this sector [6][9]

[Part I - Financial Information](index=4&type=section&id=Part%20I%20-%20Financial%20Information) This section details the company's financial performance and position through statements and explanatory notes [Item 1. Financial Statements](index=4&type=section&id=Item%201.%20Financial%20Statements) This section presents the company's unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements, including balance sheets, statements of operations, changes in equity, and cash flows, along with detailed notes providing context on business operations, accounting policies, debt, equity, and recent developments [Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets](index=4&type=section&id=Condensed%20Consolidated%20Balance%20Sheets) This table presents the company's financial position, including assets, liabilities, and equity, at specific dates **Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets (in thousands):** | Metric | August 31, 2025 | May 31, 2025 | Change | % Change | | :---------------------------------- | :-------------- | :----------- | :----- | :------- | | Total Assets | $2,398,995 | $1,870,090 | $528,905 | 28.3% | | Total Liabilities | $1,291,007 | $1,236,365 | $54,642 | 4.4% | | Total Stockholders' Equity | $1,044,260 | $497,688 | $546,572 | 109.8% | | Cash and cash equivalents | $73,911 | $41,552 | $32,359 | 77.9% | | Current assets held for sale | $310,006 | $304,200 | $5,806 | 1.9% | | Property and equipment, net | $1,461,775 | $1,206,341 | $255,434 | 21.2% | | Current portion of debt | $382,056 | $10,331 | $371,725 | 3600.1% | | Long-term debt | $305,283 | $677,825 | $(372,542) | -54.9% | | Additional paid in capital | $1,573,367 | $1,009,913 | $563,454 | 55.8% | | Accumulated deficit | $(497,981) | $(481,055) | $(16,926) | 3.5% | [Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations](index=5&type=section&id=Condensed%20Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Operations) This table outlines the company's revenues, costs, and net loss over specific reporting periods **Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations (in thousands, except per share data):** | Metric | Three Months Ended Aug 31, 2025 | Three Months Ended Aug 31, 2024 | Change | % Change | | :------------------------------------------ | :------------------------------ | :------------------------------ | :----- | :------- | | Total revenue | $64,216 | $34,849 | $29,367 | 84.2% | | Cost of revenues | $55,606 | $22,743 | $32,863 | 144.5% | | Selling, general and administrative | $29,152 | $10,993 | $18,159 | 165.2% | | Operating (loss) income | $(22,293) | $25,293 | $(47,586) | -188.1% | | Net (loss) income from continuing operations | $(26,247) | $15,912 | $(42,159) | -264.9% | | Net (loss) income from discontinued operations | $9,321 | $(20,159) | $29,480 | -146.3% | | Net loss | $(16,926) | $(4,247) | $(12,679) | 298.5% | | Net loss attributable to common stockholders | $(18,502) | $(4,291) | $(14,211) | 331.2% | | Basic and diluted net loss per share | $(0.07) | $(0.03) | $(0.04) | 133.3% | | Basic and diluted weighted average shares outstanding | 255,892,902 | 149,099,336 | 106,793,566 | 71.6% | [Condensed Consolidated Statements of Changes in Temporary Equity and Stockholders' Equity](index=6&type=section&id=Condensed%20Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Changes%20in%20Temporary%20Equity%20and%20Stockholders'%20Equity) This section details changes in the company's equity accounts, including stock issuances and conversions - Total stockholders' equity increased by **$546,572 thousand** from $497,688 thousand as of May 31, 2025, to **$1,044,260 thousand** as of August 31, 2025[14](index=14&type=chunk) - Additional paid-in capital increased by **$563,454 thousand**, primarily due to **$190,406 thousand** from shares issued in offerings, **$121,204 thousand** from warrant issuances, and **$242,452 thousand** from the conversion of Series G Preferred Stock[14](index=14&type=chunk) - Series G Preferred Stock decreased from **$72,094 thousand** (78,000 shares) as of May 31, 2025, to **$0** (0 shares) as of August 31, 2025, due to conversions[14](index=14&type=chunk) [Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows](index=7&type=section&id=Condensed%20Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Cash%20Flows) This table summarizes the company's cash inflows and outflows from operating, investing, and financing activities **Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (in thousands):** | Metric | Three Months Ended Aug 31, 2025 | Three Months Ended Aug 31, 2024 | Change | | :------------------------------------------ | :------------------------------ | :------------------------------ | :----- | | Net cash used in operating activities | $(82,023) | $(75,890) | $(6,133) | | Net cash used in investing activities | $(249,420) | $(32,606) | $(216,814) | | Net cash provided by financing activities | $322,236 | $163,365 | $158,871 | | Net (decrease) increase in cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash | $(9,207) | $54,869 | $(64,076) | | Cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash, end of period | $114,111 | $86,557 | $27,554 | [Notes to the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements](index=9&type=section&id=Notes%20to%20the%20Condensed%20Consolidated%20Financial%20Statements) This section provides detailed explanations and context for the figures presented in the consolidated financial statements [Note 1. Business and Organization](index=9&type=section&id=Note%201.%20Business%20and%20Organization) This note describes the company's core business, operational segments, and organizational structure - Applied Digital Corporation designs, builds, and operates high-performance, sustainably engineered data centers and colocation services for artificial intelligence, cloud, networking, and blockchain workloads[18](index=18&type=chunk) - The Company has two reportable segments: Data Center Hosting Business and High-Performance Compute (HPC) Hosting Business[18](index=18&type=chunk)[26](index=26&type=chunk) [Note 2. Basis of Presentation and Significant Accounting Policies](index=9&type=section&id=Note%202.%20Basis%20of%20Presentation%20and%20Significant%20Accounting%20Policies) This note outlines the accounting principles, revenue recognition methods, and classification of discontinued operations used in financial reporting - The interim unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements are prepared in conformity with GAAP and SEC rules, with certain information condensed or omitted compared to annual statements[19](index=19&type=chunk)[21](index=21&type=chunk) - Revenue recognition follows ASC 606; Data Center Hosting revenue is recognized over time based on fixed rates, and HPC Hosting revenue is recognized over time based on input measures of costs incurred[22](index=22&type=chunk)[23](index=23&type=chunk)[24](index=24&type=chunk) - The Cloud Services Business was classified as discontinued operations during the fiscal quarter ended May 31, 2025, due to meeting 'held for sale' criteria and representing a strategic shift[36](index=36&type=chunk) **Cash, Cash Equivalents, and Restricted Cash (in thousands):** | Category | August 31, 2025 | May 31, 2025 | | :---------------------------------- | :-------------- | :----------- | | Cash and cash equivalents | $73,911 | $41,552 | | Restricted cash - funds for construction | $2,851 | $41,026 | | Restricted cash - letters of credit | $37,342 | $31,342 | | Restricted cash included in other assets | $0 | $7,000 | | **Total cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash** | **$114,104** | **$120,920** | [Note 3. Property and Equipment](index=12&type=section&id=Note%203.%20Property%20and%20Equipment) This note details the company's property and equipment, including construction in progress and depreciation expenses **Property and Equipment, Net (in thousands):** | Category | August 31, 2025 | May 31, 2025 | Change | | :-------------------------- | :-------------- | :----------- | :----- | | Construction in progress | $1,309,756 | $1,053,656 | $256,100 | | Total cost of property and equipment | $1,488,367 | $1,230,220 | $258,147 | | Accumulated depreciation | $(26,592) | $(23,879) | $(2,713) | | **Property and equipment, net** | **$1,461,775** | **$1,206,341** | **$255,434** | Depreciation expense totaled **$2.7 million** for the three months ended August 31, 2025, compared to **$2.6 million** for the same period in 2024 [Note 4. Revenue from Contracts with Customers](index=12&type=section&id=Note%204.%20Revenue%20from%20Contracts%20with%20Customers) This note provides information on revenue concentration by major customers and deferred revenue balances **Revenue Concentration by Major Customers (Three Months Ended August 31, 2025):** | Customer | % of Revenue | | :--------- | :----------- | | Customer A | 59 % | | Customer B | 41 % | **Deferred Revenue (in thousands):** | Metric | Three Months Ended Aug 31, 2025 | Three Months Ended Aug 31, 2024 | | :---------------------- | :------------------------------ | :------------------------------ | | Balance, beginning of period | $0 | $8,188 | | Advance billings | $39,584 | $26,910 | | Revenue recognized | $(37,921) | $(34,593) | | Balance, end of period | $626 | $3,780 | **Customer Deposits (in thousands):** | Metric | Three Months Ended Aug 31, 2025 | Three Months Ended Aug 31, 2024 | | :-------------------------- | :------------------------------ | :------------------------------ | | Balance, beginning of period | $16,125 | $15,367 | | Customer deposits received | $627 | $2,849 | | Customer deposits refunded | $0 | $(1,549) | | Customer deposits applied | $0 | $(2,991) | | Balance, end of period | $16,752 | $13,676 | [Note 5. Discontinued Operations](index=13&type=section&id=Note%205.%20Discontinued%20Operations) This note explains the reclassification and financial results of the Cloud Services Business as discontinued operations - The Cloud Services Business was classified as 'held for sale' and discontinued operations as of May 31, 2025, representing a strategic shift for the Company[46](index=46&type=chunk) **Financial Results of Cloud Services Business (Discontinued Operations, in thousands):** | Metric | Three Months Ended Aug 31, 2025 | Three Months Ended Aug 31, 2024 | Change | | :------------------------------------------ | :------------------------------ | :------------------------------ | :----- | | Revenue | $16,718 | $25,855 | $(9,137) | | Operating income (loss) | $12,531 | $(15,810) | $28,341 | | Net income (loss) from discontinued operations | $9,321 | $(20,159) | $29,480 | **Assets and Liabilities Held for Sale (Cloud Services Business, in thousands):** | Category | August 31, 2025 | May 31, 2025 | | :-------------------------------- | :-------------- | :----------- | | Total current assets held for sale | $310,006 | $304,200 | | Total current liabilities held for sale | $188,215 | $216,047 | [Note 6. Related Party Transactions](index=15&type=section&id=Note%206.%20Related%20Party%20Transactions) This note discloses revenue and other transactions with related parties, including changes in their status **Related Party Revenue (in thousands):** | Customer | Three Months Ended Aug 31, 2025 | Three Months Ended Aug 31, 2024 | | :--------- | :------------------------------ | :------------------------------ | | Customer D | $0 | $1,244 | | Customer E | $0 | $682 | Related party revenue decreased **100% to $0** for the three months ended August 31, 2025, as certain related parties ceased to be beneficial owners of more than 5% of the Company's common stock[49](index=49&type=chunk)[50](index=50&type=chunk) - Software license fees of **$0.1 million** were incurred with a company whose chairman is also a member of the Company's Board of Directors for both the three months ended August 31, 2025, and August 31, 2024[51](index=51&type=chunk) [Note 7. Debt](index=15&type=section&id=Note%207.%20Debt) This note details the company's outstanding debt components, interest rates, maturity dates, and principal payment schedules **Outstanding Debt Components (in thousands):** | Debt Type | Interest Rate | Maturity Date | August 31, 2025 | May 31, 2025 | | :-------------------------------- | :------------ | :------------ | :-------------- | :----------- | | Convertible Notes, senior unsecured | 2.75% | June 2030 | $450,000 | $450,000 | | SMBC Loan | Variable | August 2026 | $375,000 | $375,000 | | Starion Ellendale Loan | 7.48% | February 2028 | $11,268 | $12,283 | | Cornerstone Bank Loan | 8.59% | March 2029 | $12,153 | $12,866 | | Starion Term Loan | 6.50% | July 2027 | $6,289 | $7,061 | | Other long-term debt | | | $12,310 | $12,275 | | Less: Current portion of debt | | | $(382,056) | $(10,331) | | **Long-term debt, net** | | | **$305,283** | **$677,825** | **Remaining Principal Payments (in thousands):** | Fiscal Year | Amount | | :---------- | :----- | | FY26 | $7,867 | | FY27 | $386,193 | | FY28 | $7,715 | | FY29 | $3,209 | | FY30 | $35 | | Thereafter | $462,001 | | **Total** | **$867,020** | - The Company had letters of credit totaling **$37.3 million** as of August 31, 2025, held in restricted cash[54](index=54&type=chunk) [Note 8. Balance Sheet Components](index=17&type=section&id=Note%208.%20Balance%20Sheet%20Components) This note provides a breakdown of various balance sheet accounts, including prepaid expenses, other assets, and accrued liabilities **Prepaid Expenses and Other Current Assets (in thousands):** | Category | August 31, 2025 | May 31, 2025 | | :------------------------------ | :-------------- | :----------- | | Short term equipment deposit | $172,523 | $0 | | Deferred issuance costs | $7,176 | $5,443 | | Short term lease incentive | $2,390 | $1,290 | | Prepaid expenses | $2,766 | $1,225 | | Other current assets | $3,636 | $1,472 | | **Total** | **$188,491** | **$9,430** | **Other Assets (in thousands):** | Category | August 31, 2025 | May 31, 2025 | | :------------------------------ | :-------------- | :----------- | | Long term lease incentive | $204,520 | $84,416 | | Deposits on assets & construction | $26,825 | $69,500 | | Deferred construction costs | $26,151 | $33,600 | | Restricted cash: letters of credit | $0 | $7,000 | | Deferred lease costs | $10,738 | $8,811 | | Investments in other companies | $6,073 | $6,073 | | Other | $3,475 | $4,976 | | **Total** | **$277,782** | **$214,376** | **Accrued Liabilities (in thousands):** | Category | August 31, 2025 | May 31, 2025 | | :-------------------------- | :-------------- | :----------- | | Accrued construction payables | $158,458 | $0 | | Accrued expenses | $16,938 | $26,293 | | Accrued interest | $6,010 | $2,694 | | Other accrued liabilities | $1,542 | $562 | | **Total** | **$182,948** | **$29,549** | [Note 9. Stockholders' Equity](index=17&type=section&id=Note%209.%20Stockholders'%20Equity) This note describes changes in stockholders' equity, including common stock issuances from public offerings - Under the June 2025 At-the-Market Sales Agreement, the Company issued and sold approximately **15.3 million shares** of common stock for gross proceeds of approximately **$196.4 million**[57](index=57&type=chunk)[58](index=58&type=chunk) [Note 10. Warrants](index=18&type=section&id=Note%2010.%20Warrants) This note details warrant activity, including issuances, exercises, and their impact on common stock and additional paid-in capital **Warrant Activity (Three Months Ended August 31, 2025):** | Metric | Warrants | Weighted-Average Exercise Price | | :-------------------------- | :--------- | :------------------------------ | | Outstanding at May 31, 2025 | 18,097,718 | $7.63 | | Granted | 8,393,611 | $10.75 | | Exercised | (300) | $7.19 | | **Outstanding at August 31, 2025** | **26,491,029** | **$8.62** | - The Company issued a warrant to CoreWeave for **8,393,611 shares** of common stock at an exercise price of **$10.75 per share** on August 28, 2025, in connection with the Building 4 Lease[64](index=64&type=chunk) - The estimated fair value of the Building 4 Warrant was **$14.44 per share**, totaling **$121.2 million**, recorded as a lease incentive asset and additional paid-in capital[65](index=65&type=chunk) [Note 11. Stock-Based Compensation Plans](index=19&type=section&id=Note%2011.%20Stock-Based%20Compensation%20Plans) This note outlines stock-based compensation expenses and the remaining unrecognized expense for unvested awards **Stock-Based Compensation (in thousands):** | Category | August 31, 2025 | August 31, 2024 | | :-------------------------------- | :-------------- | :-------------- | | Cost of revenue | $691 | $425 | | Selling, general, and administrative | $13,755 | $(2,808) | | Capitalized | $929 | $102 | | **Total stock-based compensation** | **$15,375** | **$(2,281)** | - As of August 31, 2025, there were **7,163,970 unvested restricted stock units** outstanding, with a total remaining expense of **$56.5 million** to be recognized over a weighted average period of **2.1 years**[72](index=72&type=chunk) - As of August 31, 2025, there were **7,207,500 performance stock units** outstanding, with a total remaining expense of **$29.8 million** to be recognized over a weighted average period of **2.0 years**[74](index=74&type=chunk) [Note 12. Temporary Equity](index=20&type=section&id=Note%2012.%20Temporary%20Equity) This note describes the company's redeemable and convertible preferred stock, including dividend rates and conversion activities - Series E Redeemable Preferred Stock: **301,673 shares** outstanding, with **9.0% cumulative dividends**, ranking senior to common stock[75](index=75&type=chunk)[76](index=76&type=chunk)[77](index=77&type=chunk) - Series E-1 Redeemable Preferred Stock: **62,260 shares** outstanding, with **9.0% cumulative dividends**, ranking on parity with Series E Preferred Stock[80](index=80&type=chunk)[81](index=81&type=chunk)[82](index=82&type=chunk) - Series G Convertible Preferred Stock: During the quarter, **180,000 shares** were issued for **$175.0 million**, and **258,000 shares** were converted into approximately **28.2 million common shares** As of August 31, 2025, no Series G Preferred Stock was outstanding[94](index=94&type=chunk) - On August 14, 2025, the initial Floor Price for Series G Preferred Stock conversion was increased to **$12.50** from **$4.25**[93](index=93&type=chunk) [Note 13. Leases](index=23&type=section&id=Note%2013.%20Leases) This note details the company's data center lease agreements, minimum contracted payments, and total net lease costs - The Company entered into three data center leases with CoreWeave for an aggregate of **400 MW** of infrastructure at Polaris Forge 1 (Building 2: **100 MW**, Building 3: **150 MW**, Building 4: **150 MW**)[95](index=95&type=chunk)[96](index=96&type=chunk) **Minimum Contracted Lease Payments (Lessor, in thousands):** | Fiscal Year | Amount | | :---------- | :----- | | FY26 | $81,000 | | FY27 | $356,340 | | FY28 | $586,030 | | FY29 | $606,611 | | FY30 | $624,809 | | Thereafter | $8,596,727 | | **Total** | **$10,851,517** | **Total Net Lease Cost (Lessee, in thousands):** | Category | Three Months Ended Aug 31, 2025 | Three Months Ended Aug 31, 2024 | | :-------------------- | :------------------------------ | :------------------------------ | | Total operating lease cost | $835 | $195 | | Total finance lease cost | $1,256 | $1,693 | | Variable lease cost | $65 | $55 | | **Total net lease cost** | **$2,156** | **$1,943** | [Note 14. Commitments and Contingencies](index=25&type=section&id=Note%2014.%20Commitments%20and%20Contingencies) This note discloses the company's minimum energy commitments and ongoing legal proceedings, including class action lawsuits - The Company has a minimum commitment of approximately **$40.1 million** related to the energy services agreement for its Jamestown, North Dakota co-hosting facility, payable over approximately the next **1.4 years**[101](index=101&type=chunk) - The Company is a defendant in a putative securities class action lawsuit (McConnell v. Applied Digital Corporation, et al.) filed in August 2023, alleging false or misleading statements The lawsuit is currently stayed pending resolution of a motion to dismiss[104](index=104&type=chunk) - A derivative lawsuit (Weich v. Cummins, et al.) filed in November 2023 was dismissed without prejudice on June 5, 2024, for failure to plead demand futility or a claim for breach of fiduciary duty[106](index=106&type=chunk)[107](index=107&type=chunk) - The Company is unable to estimate a range of loss for the Securities Lawsuit, but an unfavorable outcome could be material to its results of operations[105](index=105&type=chunk) [Note 15. Business Segments](index=26&type=section&id=Note%2015.%20Business%20Segments) This note presents financial results for the company's Data Center Hosting and HPC Hosting business segments - The Company's two reportable segments are the Data Center Hosting Business and the HPC Hosting Business The Cloud Services Business is presented as discontinued operations[110](index=110&type=chunk)[114](index=114&type=chunk) **Segment Profit (Loss) (in thousands):** | Segment | Three Months Ended Aug 31, 2025 | Three Months Ended Aug 31, 2024 | Change | | :------------------------ | :------------------------------ | :------------------------------ | :----- | | Data Center Hosting Business | $6,035 | $35,851 | $(29,816) | | HPC Hosting Business | $(2,022) | $(2,949) | $927 | | **Total segment profit** | **$4,013** | **$32,902** | **$(28,889)** | - Data Center Hosting Business profit decreased primarily due to a **$24.8 million** gain on classification of held for sale in the prior year and an approximate **17% increase** in power costs[190](index=190&type=chunk) - HPC Hosting Business operating loss decreased due to revenue generated from tenant fit-out services[191](index=191&type=chunk) [Note 16. Loss Per Share](index=28&type=section&id=Note%2016.%20Loss%20Per%20Share) This note provides basic and diluted net loss per share calculations and details potentially dilutive securities **Net Loss Per Share Attributable to Common Stockholders:** | Metric | Three Months Ended Aug 31, 2025 | Three Months Ended Aug 31, 2024 | | :------------------------------------------ | :------------------------------ | :------------------------------ | | Basic and diluted net loss per share | $(0.07) | $(0.03) | | Basic and diluted weighted average shares outstanding | 255,892,902 | 149,099,336 | - Potentially dilutive securities, including approximately **14.6 million unvested stock awards**, **4.4 million preferred stock shares**, **25.5 million warrants**, and **46.1 million shares** from Convertible Notes, were excluded from diluted EPS calculation for August 31, 2025, as their inclusion would be anti-dilutive[119](index=119&type=chunk) [Note 17. Subsequent Events](index=29&type=section&id=Note%2017.%20Subsequent%20Events) This note describes significant events occurring after the reporting period, including new financing agreements and equity commitments - On September 9, 2025, the Company entered into a **$50 million Promissory Note** with Macquarie Equipment Capital, Inc. for the development of its Polaris Forge 2 campus, with potential for an additional **$25 million**[120](index=120&type=chunk)[124](index=124&type=chunk) - The Series G Preferred Stock offering was amended on September 11, 2025, to increase the aggregate commitment to **$450 million**, and again on October 7, 2025, to **$590 million**, to fund Polaris Forge 1 construction[126](index=126&type=chunk)[130](index=130&type=chunk) - On October 3, 2025, the Company entered into an Amended and Restated Unit Purchase Agreement with MIP HPC Holdings, LLC (an affiliate of Macquarie Asset Management), with an initial closing on October 6, 2025, for **$112.5 million investment** in the HPC Hosting Business and a right for MAM to invest up to an additional **$4.9 billion**[131](index=131&type=chunk)[132](index=132&type=chunk) [Item 2. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations](index=32&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Management's%20Discussion%20and%20Analysis%20of%20Financial%20Condition%20and%20Results%20of%20Operations) This section provides management's perspective on the company's financial performance, condition, and future outlook, highlighting significant revenue growth driven by HPC Hosting, increased operating expenses, and strategic financing activities to support data center expansion. It also discusses regulatory trends, critical accounting estimates, and recent developments [Forward-Looking Statements](index=32&type=section&id=Forward-Looking%20Statements) This section cautions readers about the inherent risks and uncertainties in forward-looking statements, which may cause actual results to differ - The report contains forward-looking statements based on management's beliefs and assumptions, which are subject to substantial risks and uncertainties, meaning actual results could differ materially from expectations[135](index=135&type=chunk)[136](index=136&type=chunk) - Readers are cautioned to review the risks described in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K and other cautionary language in this report, as the operating environment is evolving with new, unpredictable risk factors[137](index=137&type=chunk)[138](index=138&type=chunk) [Executive Overview](index=32&type=section&id=Executive%20Overview) This section provides a high-level summary of the company's business, operational segments, and strategic direction - Applied Digital Corporation is a U.S. designer, developer, and operator of high-performance, sustainably engineered data centers and colocation services for AI, networking, and blockchain workloads[141](index=141&type=chunk) - The Company operates in two distinct business segments: Data Center Hosting and HPC Hosting The Cloud Services Business has been reclassified as discontinued operations[141](index=141&type=chunk)[142](index=142&type=chunk) [Trends and Other Factors Affecting Our Business](index=33&type=section&id=Trends%20and%20Other%20Factors%20Affecting%20Our%20Business) This section discusses the evolving regulatory landscape for AI and blockchain hosting services and the company's adaptive approach to compliance - The regulatory landscape for AI and blockchain hosting services is rapidly evolving, with anticipated increased scrutiny and potential regulation, including measures for responsible AI development and energy consumption[143](index=143&type=chunk)[144](index=144&type=chunk)[145](index=145&type=chunk) - The Company is committed to a proactive and adaptive approach to regulatory compliance, monitoring developments and engaging with stakeholders to align business practices with the evolving legal framework[146](index=146&type=chunk) [Critical Accounting Estimates](index=33&type=section&id=Critical%20Accounting%20Estimates) This section explains management's judgments and assumptions in preparing financial statements, acknowledging potential differences in actual results - The preparation of financial statements in accordance with GAAP requires management to make assumptions and estimates about future events and apply judgments that affect reported amounts[147](index=147&type=chunk) - Management regularly reviews accounting policies, assumptions, estimates, and judgments to ensure fair presentation, acknowledging that actual results could differ materially from estimates[147](index=147&type=chunk) [Business Update](index=34&type=section&id=Business%20Update) This section provides updates on the company's data center operations, HPC facility development, and key personnel changes - Data Center Hosting Business facilities in Jamestown (**106 MW**) and Ellendale (**180 MW**) continue to operate at full capacity[148](index=148&type=chunk) - HPC Hosting Business is building two HPC data centers (**100 MW** and **150 MW**) at Polaris Forge 1, with a third **150 MW** facility in planning for 2027, and has secured **400 MW** in leases with CoreWeave[150](index=150&type=chunk)[151](index=151&type=chunk)[152](index=152&type=chunk) - The Company recognized **$26.3 million** in tenant fit-out revenue from the HPC Hosting Business during the three months ended August 31, 2025[153](index=153&type=chunk) - The Company broke ground on its Polaris Forge 2 campus, a **$3 billion**, **280 MW** data center near Harwood, North Dakota, with initial capacity anticipated in 2026 and full capacity in early 2027[154](index=154&type=chunk) - The Cloud Services Business, now classified as discontinued operations, generated **$16.7 million** in revenue for the three months ended August 31, 2025[156](index=156&type=chunk) - Jason Zhang was appointed Chief Strategy Officer on August 1, 2025[157](index=157&type=chunk) [Public Offerings and Changes to Equity](index=35&type=section&id=Public%20Offerings%20and%20Changes%20to%20Equity) This section details recent equity financing activities, including common stock sales and preferred stock issuances and conversions - Under the June 2025 At-the-Market Sales Agreement, the Company issued and sold approximately **15.3 million shares** of common stock for gross proceeds of approximately **$196.4 million**[158](index=158&type=chunk) - The aggregate commitment amount for Series G Convertible Preferred Stock was increased from **$150 million to $300 million** on August 14, 2025 During the quarter, **180,000 shares** were issued for **$175.0 million**, and **258,000 shares** were converted into approximately **28.2 million common shares**, resulting in no Series G Preferred Stock outstanding as of August 31, 2025[159](index=159&type=chunk)[160](index=160&type=chunk) - On August 28, 2025, the Company issued a warrant to CoreWeave to acquire up to **8,393,611 shares** of common stock at an exercise price of **$10.75 per share**, related to the Building 4 Lease[161](index=161&type=chunk) [Recent Developments](index=35&type=section&id=Recent%20Developments) This section highlights significant recent events, including new financing agreements and increased commitments for preferred stock offerings - On September 9, 2025, the Company entered into a Promissory Note with Macquarie Equipment Capital, Inc. for an initial **$50 million loan** (with potential for an additional **$25 million**) to fund the purchase of properties, finance improvements, and acquire equipment for the Polaris Forge 2 campus[162](index=162&type=chunk)[166](index=166&type=chunk) - The aggregate commitment amount for Series G Convertible Preferred Stock was increased to **$450 million** on September 11, 2025, and further to **$590 million** on October 7, 2025, to fund Polaris Forge 1 construction The Floor Price was increased to **$22.00** from **$12.50** on September 25, 2025[168](index=168&type=chunk)[170](index=170&type=chunk)[172](index=172&type=chunk) - On October 6, 2025, an initial closing occurred under the Amended and Restated Unit Purchase Agreement with MIP HPC Holdings, LLC (Macquarie Asset Management affiliate), involving the sale of **$112.5 million** in Preferred Units and the issuance of warrants for **2.4 million common shares** MAM has the right to invest up to an additional **$4.9 billion**[174](index=174&type=chunk)[175](index=175&type=chunk) [Results of Operations](index=38&type=section&id=Results%20of%20Operations) This section analyzes the company's financial performance, including revenue growth, cost increases, and net loss changes **Comparative Results of Operations (in thousands):** | Metric | Three Months Ended Aug 31, 2025 | Three Months Ended Aug 31, 2024 | Change | % Change | | :------------------------------------------ | :------------------------------ | :------------------------------ | :----- | :------- | | Total revenue | $64,216 | $34,849 | $29,367 | 84.2% | | Cost of revenues | $55,606 | $22,743 | $32,863 | 144.5% | | Selling, general and administrative | $29,152 | $10,993 | $18,159 | 165.2% | | Operating (loss) income | $(22,293) | $25,293 | $(47,586) | -188.1% | | Net loss attributable to common stockholders | $(18,502) | $(4,291) | $(14,211) | 331.2% | - Revenue increased by **$31.3 million (95%)** due to **$26.3 million** from HPC Hosting tenant fit-out services and **$5.0 million** from Data Center Hosting performance improvements Related party revenue decreased **100% to zero**[180](index=180&type=chunk)[181](index=181&type=chunk) - Cost of revenues increased by **$32.9 million (144%)** due to **$25.0 million** in HPC Hosting tenant fit-out expenses and **$7.2 million** in Data Center Hosting energy costs[182](index=182&type=chunk) - Selling, general and administrative expense increased by **$18.2 million (165%)**, primarily due to **$16.6 million** in stock-based compensation and **$3.9 million** in personnel expenses[183](index=183&type=chunk)[185](index=185&type=chunk) - Net income from discontinued operations improved by **$29.5 million (146%)** to **$9.3 million**, driven by a **$28.3 million** increase in operating income[188](index=188&type=chunk) [Comparative Segment Data for the Three Months Ended August 31, 2025 and August 31, 2024](index=40&type=section&id=Comparative%20Segment%20Data%20for%20the%20Three%20Months%20Ended%20August%2031%2C%202025%20and%20August%2031%2C%202024) This section compares the financial performance of the Data Center Hosting and HPC Hosting business segments **Segment Profit (Loss) (in thousands):** | Segment | Three Months Ended Aug 31, 2025 | Three Months Ended Aug 31, 2024 | Change | | :------------------------ | :------------------------------ | :------------------------------ | :----- | | Data Center Hosting Business | $6,035 | $35,851 | $(29,816) | | HPC Hosting Business | $(2,022) | $(2,949) | $927 | | **Total segment profit** | **$4,013** | **$32,902** | **$(28,889)** | - Data Center Hosting Business operating profit decreased by **$29.8 million (83%)** primarily due to a **$24.8 million** gain on classification of held for sale in the prior year and an approximate **17% increase** in power costs[190](index=190&type=chunk) - HPC Hosting Business operating loss decreased by **$0.9 million (31%)** due to revenue generated from tenant fit-out services[191](index=191&type=chunk) [Non-GAAP Measures](index=40&type=section&id=Non-GAAP%20Measures) This section explains the company's use of non-GAAP financial measures to provide additional insights into operational performance - The Company presents non-GAAP financial measures (Adjusted Operating (Loss) Income, Adjusted Net Loss from Continuing Operations Attributable to Common Stockholders, EBITDA, and Adjusted EBITDA) to provide additional information and facilitate comparison of past and present operations by excluding one-time or significant non-cash items[192](index=192&type=chunk)[193](index=193&type=chunk)[194](index=194&type=chunk) - Adjusted Operating (Loss) Income excludes items like stock-based compensation, non-recurring repair expenses, diligence/acquisition/disposition/integration expenses, litigation expenses, loss on abandonment of assets, gain on classification of held for sale, accelerated depreciation/amortization, restructuring expenses, and other non-recurring expenses[195](index=195&type=chunk) - Adjusted EBITDA is defined as EBITDA (earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization) further adjusted for stock-based compensation, non-recurring expenses, and other non-recurring items[196](index=196&type=chunk) [Reconciliation of GAAP to Non-GAAP Measures](index=42&type=section&id=Reconciliation%20of%20GAAP%20to%20Non-GAAP%20Measures) This table reconciles GAAP financial measures to their non-GAAP counterparts, detailing adjustments for specific items **Reconciliation of GAAP to Non-GAAP Measures (in thousands):** | Metric | Three Months Ended Aug 31, 2025 | Three Months Ended Aug 31, 2024 | | :---------------------------------------------------------------- | :------------------------------ | :------------------------------ | | Operating (loss) income (GAAP) | $(22,293) | $25,293 | | **Adjusted operating (loss) income (Non-GAAP)** | **$(3,616)** | **$2,164** | | Net (loss) income from continuing operations attributable to common stockholders (GAAP) | $(27,823) | $15,868 | | **Adjusted net loss from continuing operations attributable to common stockholders (Non-GAAP)** | **$(7,570)** | **$(795)** | | EBITDA (Non-GAAP) | $(19,716) | $22,970 | | **Adjusted EBITDA (Non-GAAP)** | **$537** | **$6,262** | - Key adjustments for August 31, 2025, include **$14.4 million** in stock-based compensation and **$1.8 million** in loss on abandonment of assets For August 31, 2024, key adjustments included a **$(24.8) million** gain on classification of held for sale and a **$6.4 million** loss on change in fair value of debt[198](index=198&type=chunk)[199](index=199&type=chunk) [Sources of Liquidity](index=43&type=section&id=Sources%20of%20Liquidity) This section discusses the company's cash position, historical funding sources, and management's assessment of future liquidity - As of August 31, 2025, the Company had **$73.9 million** in unrestricted cash and cash equivalents and **$2.9 million** in funds restricted for construction expenditures[200](index=200&type=chunk) - Historically, the Company has relied on equity and debt financings, including term loans, common and preferred stock issuances, convertible promissory notes, and debt facilities, to fund operations[200](index=200&type=chunk) - Management believes existing cash balances, cash flows from operations, existing debt facilities, and access to capital markets will provide sufficient liquidity to meet debt obligations, working capital needs, and planned capital expenditures for at least the next twelve months[201](index=201&type=chunk) [Recent Financing Activities](index=43&type=section&id=Recent%20Financing%20Activities) This section details the company's recent equity and debt financing efforts to support its growth and operations - Under the June 2025 At-the-Market Sales Agreement, the Company issued and sold approximately **15.3 million shares** of common stock for gross proceeds of approximately **$196.4 million**[203](index=203&type=chunk) - The aggregate commitment amount for Series G Preferred Stock was increased from **$150 million to $300 million** on August 14, 2025 During the three months ended August 31, 2025, the Company issued and sold **180,000 shares** of Series G Preferred Stock for **$175.0 million**, and **258,000 shares** were converted into approximately **28.2 million common shares**[205](index=205&type=chunk)[207](index=207&type=chunk) - The Company received **$39.4 million** in payments for future data center hosting services during the three months ended August 31, 2025[208](index=208&type=chunk) [Material Contractual Obligations](index=44&type=section&id=Material%20Contractual%20Obligations) This table outlines the company's significant contractual commitments, including debt, leases, and power agreements **Material Contractual Obligations as of August 31, 2025 (in thousands):** | Obligation Type | Total | Remainder of FY 2026 | FY 2027 | FY 2028 | FY 2029 | FY 2030 | Thereafter | | :------------------------ | :---- | :------------------- | :------ | :------ | :------ | :------ | :--------- | | Debt obligations | $867,020 | $7,867 | $386,193 | $7,715 | $3,209 | $35 | $462,001 | | Interest on debt obligations | $94,346 | $13,934 | $42,031 | $13,153 | $12,680 | $12,548 | $0 | | Operating lease obligations | $965 | $573 | $365 | $27 | $0 | $0 | $0 | | Financing lease obligations | $12,116 | $12,101 | $14 | $1 | $0 | $0 | $0 | | Power commitments | $40,120 | $20,942 | $19,178 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | | Preferred share dividends | $36,237 | $4,727 | $6,302 | $6,302 | $6,302 | $6,302 | $6,302 | [Funding Requirements](index=44&type=section&id=Funding%20Requirements) This section addresses the company's anticipated funding needs, potential risks, and expected increases in operating and capital expenditures - The Company expects to have sufficient liquidity to support ongoing operations and meet working capital needs for at least the next 12 months, relying on cash on hand, customer payments, debt financing, and public capital markets[211](index=211&type=chunk) - There is a risk that the Company may need to raise additional funds sooner than expected if available capital resources are used more quickly, and such financing may not be available on favorable terms or at all[211](index=211&type=chunk) - General and administrative expenses and operating expenditures are expected to increase with business expansion, and significant investments in property and equipment will continue throughout fiscal year 2026 for HPC hosting facilities[212](index=212&type=chunk) [Summary of Cash Flows](index=45&type=section&id=Summary%20of%20Cash%20Flows) This table summarizes the company's cash flow activities from operations, investing, and financing, highlighting key changes **Summary of Cash Flows (in thousands):** | Metric | Three Months Ended Aug 31, 2025 | Three Months Ended Aug 31, 2024 | Change | | :------------------------------------------ | :------------------------------ | :------------------------------ | :----- | | Net cash used in operating activities | $(82,023) | $(75,890) | $(6,133) | | Net cash used in investing activities | $(249,420) | $(32,606) | $(216,814) | | Net cash provided by financing activities | $322,236 | $163,365 | $158,871 | | Net (decrease) increase in cash and cash equivalents | $(9,207) | $54,869 | $(64,076) | | Cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash from continuing operations | $114,104 | $86,548 | $27,556 | - The increase in cash used in operating activities was primarily driven by an increase in accounts receivable due to tenant fit-out services revenue and a decrease in depreciation and amortization[216](index=216&type=chunk) - Net cash used in investing activities increased significantly by **$216.8 million**, mainly due to a **$194.6 million** increase in investments in property and equipment for the construction of Polaris Forge 1 data center facilities[217](index=217&type=chunk) - Net cash provided by financing activities increased by **$158.9 million**, primarily due to a **$274.0 million** increase in net proceeds from common and preferred stock offerings[218](index=218&type=chunk) [Item 3. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk](index=46&type=section&id=Item%203.%20Quantitative%20and%20Qualitative%20Disclosures%20About%20Market%20Risk) There have been no material changes in the company's exposure to market risk from the information provided in its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended May 31, 2025 - No material changes in the Company's exposure to market risk have occurred since the filing of the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended May 31, 2025[219](index=219&type=chunk) [Item 4. Controls and Procedures](index=46&type=section&id=Item%204.%20Controls%20and%20Procedures) Management concluded that the company's disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of August 31, 2025 A previously identified material weakness in accounting for complex financial instruments was remediated during the quarter through new controls, additional personnel, and third-party consulting [Management's Evaluation of Disclosure Controls and Procedures](index=46&type=section&id=Management's%20Evaluation%20of%20Disclosure%20Controls%20and%20Procedures) This section reports on the effectiveness of the company's disclosure controls and the remediation of a material weakness - The Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer concluded that the Company's disclosure controls and procedures were effective at the reasonable assurance level as of August 31, 2025[220](index=220&type=chunk) - A previously identified material weakness in the design of internal controls around the accounting and assessment of complex financial instruments was remediated during the quarter ended August 31, 2025[221](index=221&type=chunk)[222](index=222&type=chunk) - Remediation measures included hiring additional qualified accounting personnel and engaging a third-party consultant to assist with analyzing and documenting complex financial instruments[222](index=222&type=chunk) [Changes in Internal Control over Financial Reporting](index=46&type=section&id=Changes%20in%20Internal%20Control%20over%20Financial%20Reporting) This section confirms that there were no material changes to internal control over financial reporting, aside from remediation efforts - There were no changes in internal control over financial reporting, other than the remediation steps for the material weakness, that materially affected or are reasonably likely to materially affect the Company's internal control over financial reporting during the three months ended August 31, 2025[223](index=223&type=chunk) [Part II - Other Information](index=47&type=section&id=Part%20II%20-%20Other%20Information) This section covers legal proceedings, risk factors, equity sales, and other disclosures relevant to the company's operations [Item 1. Legal Proceedings](index=47&type=section&id=Item%201.%20Legal%20Proceedings) The company is involved in a securities class action lawsuit, which is currently stayed pending a motion to dismiss, and a derivative lawsuit, which was dismissed without prejudice The potential loss from the securities lawsuit is unestimable but could be material - The Company is a defendant in a putative securities class action lawsuit (McConnell v. Applied Digital Corporation, et al.) filed in August 2023, alleging false or misleading statements The lawsuit is currently stayed pending resolution of a motion to dismiss[227](index=227&type=chunk) - A derivative lawsuit (Weich v. Cummins, et al.) filed in November 2023 was dismissed without prejudice on June 5, 2024, for failure to plead demand futility or a claim for breach of fiduciary duty[229](index=229&type=chunk)[230](index=230&type=chunk) - The Company is unable to estimate a range of loss for the Securities Lawsuit, but an unfavorable outcome could be material to its results of operations[228](index=228&type=chunk)[231](index=231&type=chunk) [Item 1A. Risk Factors](index=47&type=section&id=Item%201A.%20Risk%20Factors) As of the filing date, there have been no material changes to the risk factors previously disclosed in the company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended May 31, 2025 - There have been no material changes to the risk factors associated with the Company's business previously disclosed in its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended May 31, 2025[232](index=232&type=chunk) [Item 2. Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds](index=47&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Unregistered%20Sales%20of%20Equity%20Securities%20and%20Use%20of%20Proceeds) There are no unregistered sales of equity securities or use of proceeds to report for the period - None[233](index=233&type=chunk) [Item 3. Defaults Upon Senior Securities](index=48&type=section&id=Item%203.%20Defaults%20Upon%20Senior%20Securities) This item is not applicable to the Company for the reporting period - Not applicable[234](index=234&type=chunk) [Item 4. Mine Safety Disclosures](index=48&type=section&id=Item%204.%20Mine%20Safety%20Disclosures) This item is not applicable to the Company for the reporting period - Not applicable[235](index=235&type=chunk) [Item 5. Other Information](index=48&type=section&id=Item%205.%20Other%20Information) The company entered into a third amendment to the Preferred Equity Purchase Agreement on October 7, 2025, increasing the aggregate commitment for Series G Preferred Stock from $450.0 million to $590.0 million to fund Polaris Forge 1 construction - On October 7, 2025, the Company entered into the third amendment to the Preferred Equity Purchase Agreement, increasing the aggregate commitment amount of Series G Preferred Stock from **$450.0 million to $590.0 million**[236](index=236&type=chunk)[237](index=237&type=chunk) - This increase in capital access is intended to fund the continued construction and development of the Polaris Forge 1 data center campus in Ellendale, North Dakota[236](index=236&type=chunk) [Item 6. Exhibits](index=49&type=section&id=Item%206.%20Exhibits) This section lists all exhibits filed with the Form 10-Q, including amendments to preferred stock designations, sales agreements, employment agreements, data center leases, and certifications - Exhibits include amendments to the Certificate of Designations for Series G Convertible Preferred Stock, the Sales Agreement with Northland Securities and Wells Fargo, the Employment Agreement with Jason Zhang, the Building 4 Datacenter Lease with CoreWeave, the Third Amendment to Preferred Equity Purchase Agreement, and CEO/CFO certifications[242](index=242&type=chunk) [Signatures](index=50&type=section&id=Signatures) The report is signed by Wes Cummins, Chief Executive Officer, and Saidal Mohmand, Chief Financial Officer, on October 9, 2025, certifying its submission - The report was signed by Wes Cummins, Chief Executive Officer, and Saidal Mohmand, Chief Financial Officer, on October 9, 2025[245](index=245&type=chunk)[246](index=246&type=chunk)

[Executive Summary](index=1&type=section&id=Executive%20Summary) Applied Digital achieved substantial revenue growth in Q1 2026, driven by HPC hosting and data center services, while securing a major CoreWeave lease and initiating Polaris Forge 2 construction for future AI infrastructure expansion [Q1 2026 Performance Overview](index=1&type=section&id=Q1%202026%20Performance%20Overview) Applied Digital reported **84%** revenue growth in Q1 2026, primarily from HPC hosting, alongside a net loss, while securing a **400 MW** CoreWeave lease and breaking ground on **300 MW** Polaris Forge 2 | Metric | Q1 2026 (USD) | Q1 2025 (USD) | Change (%) | | :--------------------------------------- | :------------ | :------------ | :--------- | | Revenues | $64.2 million | $34.8 million | +84% | | Net loss attributable to common stockholders | $(27.8) million | $15.9 million | -275% | | Net loss per basic and diluted share | $(0.11) | $0.11 | -200% | | Adjusted net loss attributable to common stockholders | $(7.6) million | $(0.8) million | -850% | | Adjusted EBITDA | $0.5 million | $6.3 million | -92% | - Secured an additional **150 MW** lease with CoreWeave for Polaris Forge 1, bringing the campus to full **400 MW** capacity under contract and securing approximately **$11 billion** in prospective lease revenue over **15 years**[6](index=6&type=chunk)[7](index=7&type=chunk) - Drew an initial **$112.5 million** from a **$5 billion** preferred equity facility with Macquarie Asset Management to fund Polaris Forge 1 completion and reduce future equity funding requirements[7](index=7&type=chunk) - Broke ground on Polaris Forge 2, a **300 MW** IT load AI Factory campus near Harwood, North Dakota, with initial **200 MW** expected online in **2026**[7](index=7&type=chunk) [Company Overview](index=5&type=section&id=About%20Applied%20Digital) Applied Digital specializes in designing, building, and operating high-performance, sustainably engineered data centers for AI, cloud, networking, and blockchain workloads [Company Profile](index=5&type=section&id=Company%20Profile) Applied Digital Corporation designs, builds, and operates high-performance, sustainably engineered data centers and colocation services for artificial intelligence, cloud, networking, and blockchain workloads, recognized for its hyperscale expertise, proprietary waterless cooling, and rapid deployment capabilities - Applied Digital designs, builds, and operates high-performance, sustainably engineered data centers and colocation services for AI, cloud, networking, and blockchain workloads[33](index=33&type=chunk) - The company combines hyperscale expertise, proprietary waterless cooling, and rapid deployment capabilities to deliver secure, scalable compute[33](index=33&type=chunk) - Awarded 'Best Data Center in the Americas 2025' by Datacloud[33](index=33&type=chunk) [Fiscal First Quarter 2026 Highlights](index=1&type=section&id=Fiscal%20First%20Quarter%202026%20Continuing%20Operations%20Financial%20Highlights) This section details Applied Digital's key financial and operational achievements during the first fiscal quarter of 2026, including revenue growth, strategic leases, and infrastructure expansion [Key Financial Metrics](index=1&type=section&id=Key%20Financial%20Metrics) The fiscal first quarter 2026 saw an **84%** increase in revenues year-over-year, primarily driven by HPC hosting tenant fit-out services, despite reporting a significant net loss and decreased Adjusted EBITDA | Metric | Q1 2026 (USD) | Q1 2025 (USD) | Change (%) | | :--------------------------------------- | :------------ | :------------ | :--------- | | Revenues | $64.2 million | $34.8 million | +84% | | Net loss attributable to common stockholders | $(27.8) million | $15.9 million | -275% | | Net loss per basic and diluted share | $(0.11) | $0.11 | -200% | | Adjusted net loss attributable to common stockholders | $(7.6) million | $(0.8) million | -850% | | Adjusted net loss per diluted share | $(0.03) | $(0.01) | -200% | | Adjusted EBITDA | $0.5 million | $6.3 million | -92% | [Recent Operational Highlights](index=1&type=section&id=Recent%20Highlights) Applied Digital achieved significant operational milestones, including fully leasing its Polaris Forge 1 campus with CoreWeave, securing substantial future revenue, and commencing construction on its second major AI Factory campus, Polaris Forge 2 - Finalized a new lease agreement with CoreWeave for an additional **150 MW** at Polaris Forge 1, making the campus fully leased and bringing total anticipated contracted lease revenue for Polaris Forge 1 to approximately **$11 billion**[7](index=7&type=chunk) - Drew an initial **$112.5 million** from the **$5 billion** preferred equity facility with Macquarie Asset Management to fund Polaris Forge 1 completion and reduce future equity funding requirements[7](index=7&type=chunk) - Broke ground on Polaris Forge 2, a **300 MW** IT load AI Factory campus, with the initial **200 MW** expected to come online in **2026**[7](index=7&type=chunk) - Raised an additional **$200 million** from an expanded offering of Series G Preferred Stock[7](index=7&type=chunk) [Management Commentary and Strategic Outlook](index=1&type=section&id=Management%20Commentary) Management discusses the validation of Applied Digital's platform through strategic partnerships, capital strategy, and future vision for AI infrastructure expansion and financial targets [Operational Progress and Partnerships](index=1&type=section&id=Operational%20Progress%20and%20Partnerships) Management highlighted the validation of their platform through the third CoreWeave lease, positioning Applied Digital as a strategic partner to major technology companies, with potential for significant expansion at Polaris Forge 1 and 2 - The third lease with CoreWeave validates Applied Digital's platform and execution, positioning it as a trusted strategic partner to the world's largest technology companies[9](index=9&type=chunk) - Polaris Forge 1 campus has the potential to expand beyond **1 gigawatt (GW)** starting in **2028-2030**[8](index=8&type=chunk) - Polaris Forge 2 could ultimately scale to **1 GW**, with advanced discussions underway with an investment-grade hyperscaler for a potential **200 MW** initial lease[9](index=9&type=chunk) [Capital Strategy and Expansion](index=2&type=section&id=Capital%20Strategy%20and%20Expansion) The company focuses on efficient capital securing, building repeatable financing structures, and scaling development across the U.S., while committing to minimizing environmental impact through advanced cooling designs - Team remains focused on securing capital at the lowest possible cost and building repeatable financing structures to scale development across the United States[11](index=11&type=chunk) - Built and funded over **$1.6 billion** in property and equipment[11](index=11&type=chunk) - Secured a structure with Macquarie Asset Management to recycle a portion of equity invested in Polaris Forge 1 into future developments[12](index=12&type=chunk) - Committed to minimizing environmental impact through advanced design innovations, including closed-loop, direct-to-chip liquid-cooling that lowers water use[13](index=13&type=chunk) [Future Vision and Targets](index=2&type=section&id=Future%20Vision%20and%20Targets) Applied Digital is positioned to capitalize on growing demand for advanced infrastructure with a multi-GW pipeline, projecting significant annualized Net Operating Income (NOI) and aiming for a **$1 billion** NOI target within five years - Poised to capitalize on a generational opportunity with a multi-GW pipeline, active and increasing hyperscaler interest, and long-term contracted visibility[14](index=14&type=chunk) - Projected annualized NOI run rate of approximately **$500 million** once Polaris Forge 1 is fully operational[15](index=15&type=chunk) - Firmly on the path toward a **$1 billion** NOI target within the next five years[15](index=15&type=chunk) - Positioned to become a leading force in AI infrastructure and on track to evolve into the next AI-focused data center REIT[15](index=15&type=chunk) [Business Segment Updates](index=3&type=section&id=HPC%20Hosting%20Update) This section provides updates on Applied Digital's High-Performance Computing (HPC) Hosting, Data Center Hosting, and Cloud Services business segments [HPC Hosting Business](index=3&type=section&id=HPC%20Hosting%20Business) The HPC Hosting Business is rapidly advancing, with the first **100 MW** facility at Polaris Forge 1 on track for Q4 2025 operation, contributing **$26 million** in revenue this quarter, and planning ultra-low-cost, liquid-cooled infrastructure - First **100 MW** facility at Polaris Forge 1 remains on track to be operational in calendar Q4 2025, with technical fit-out activities underway[16](index=16&type=chunk) | Metric | Q1 2026 (USD) | | :-------------------------------- | :------------ | | Revenue from tenant fit-out services | $26 million | - Facilities are designed to deliver ultra-low-cost, highly efficient liquid-cooled infrastructure, featuring a closed-loop, direct-to-chip liquid cooling system with an expected Design PUE of **1.18** and near-zero water consumption[17](index=17&type=chunk) - Estimated **100 MW** customer could save up to **$2.7 billion** over **30 years** compared to traditional data centers due to efficient design and low-cost energy[17](index=17&type=chunk) [Data Center Hosting Business](index=3&type=section&id=Data%20Center%20Hosting%20Update) Applied Digital's Data Center Hosting Business is operating at full capacity across its Jamestown (**106 MW**) and Ellendale (**180 MW**) facilities, generating **$37.9 million** in revenue, an increase of **9%** year-over-year, driven by increased online capacity and robust demand - **106 MW** facility in Jamestown, N.D., and **180 MW** facility in Ellendale, N.D., are operating at full capacity as of August 31, 2025[18](index=18&type=chunk) | Metric | Q1 2026 (USD) | Q1 2025 (USD) | Change (%) | | :----------------------- | :------------ | :------------ | :--------- | | Revenue from Data Center Hosting | $37.9 million | $34.8 million | +9% | - Growth was primarily driven by increased capacity online across the Company's Data Center Hosting facilities[19](index=19&type=chunk) - Demand for these services remains robust, with Bitcoin prices hitting all-time highs[20](index=20&type=chunk) [Cloud Services Business](index=3&type=section&id=Cloud%20Services%20Business%20Update) The strategic review for the Cloud Services Business, initiated in the prior fiscal year, is still ongoing, with updates to shareholders to be provided once more information becomes available - Strategic options for the Cloud Services Business are under review by the Board of Directors, and the process remains ongoing[21](index=21&type=chunk) [Financial Results from Continuing Operations](index=3&type=section&id=Financial%20Results%20from%20Continuing%20Operations%20for%20Fiscal%20First%20Quarter%202026) This section presents Applied Digital's detailed financial performance for Q1 2026, covering operating results, net loss, non-GAAP measures, and a balance sheet snapshot [Operating Results Overview](index=3&type=section&id=Operating%20Results) Total revenues for Q1 2026 increased by **84%** year-over-year, largely due to HPC hosting tenant fit-out services and improvements in the Data Center Business, despite significant increases in cost of revenues and selling, general and administrative expenses leading to an operating loss | Metric | Q1 2026 (USD) | Q1 2025 (USD) | Change (%) | | :-------------------------------- | :------------ | :------------ | :--------- | | Total revenues | $64.2 million | $34.8 million | +84% | | Cost of revenues | $55.6 million | $22.7 million | +144% | | Selling, general and administrative expenses | $29.2 million | $11.0 million | +165% | | Loss on abandonment of assets | $1.8 million | $0.6 million | +179% | | Interest expense, net | $3.9 million | $3.0 million | +33% | - Revenue increase primarily due to **$26.3 million** from HPC Hosting Business tenant fit-out services and **$5.0 million** from Data Center Business performance improvements[22](index=22&type=chunk) - Increase in SG&A expenses driven by **$16.6 million** in stock-based compensation due to accelerated vesting and **$3.9 million** in personnel expenses[24](index=24&type=chunk) [Net Loss and EPS](index=4&type=section&id=Net%20loss%20attributable%20to%20common%20stockholders) The company reported a net loss attributable to common stockholders of **$27.8 million**, or **$0.11** per share, for Q1 2026, a significant decline from a net income in the prior year comparable period | Metric | Q1 2026 (USD) | Q1 2025 (USD) | | :--------------------------------------- | :------------ | :------------ | | Net loss attributable to common stockholders | $(27.8) million | $15.9 million | | Net loss per basic and diluted share | $(0.11) | $0.11 | [Non-GAAP Financial Measures](index=4&type=section&id=Adjusted%20net%20loss%20attributable%20to%20common%20stockholders) Applied Digital's non-GAAP financial measures show an adjusted net loss attributable to common stockholders of **$7.6 million**, or **$0.03** per diluted share, and an Adjusted EBITDA of **$0.5 million** for Q1 2026, both indicating a decrease in profitability compared to the prior year | Metric | Q1 2026 (USD) | Q1 2025 (USD) | | :--------------------------------------------------- | :------------ | :------------ | | Adjusted net loss attributable to common stockholders | $(7.6) million | $(0.8) million | | Adjusted net loss per diluted share | $(0.03) | $(0.01) | | Adjusted EBITDA | $0.5 million | $6.3 million | [Balance Sheet Snapshot](index=4&type=section&id=Balance%20Sheet) As of August 31, 2025, Applied Digital held **$114.1 million** in cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash, with total debt amounting to **$687.3 million**, excluding **$362.5 million** in proceeds from subsequent financings | Metric | As of August 31, 2025 (USD) | | :--------------------------------------- | :-------------------------- | | Cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash | $114.1 million | | Total debt | $687.3 million | - Does not include **$362.5 million** in proceeds from financings that occurred subsequent to quarter end[30](index=30&type=chunk) [Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements](index=7&type=section&id=APPLIED%20DIGITAL%20CORPORATION%20AND%20SUBSIDIARIES) This section presents the unaudited condensed consolidated balance sheets, statements of operations, and statements of cash flows for Applied Digital [Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets](index=7&type=section&id=Condensed%20Consolidated%20Balance%20Sheets%20(Unaudited)) The unaudited condensed consolidated balance sheets show a significant increase in total assets from **$1,870.1 million** at May 31, 2025, to **$2,399.0 million** at August 31, 2025, primarily driven by increases in property and equipment, cash, and prepaid expenses, with total liabilities also increasing | ASSETS (in thousands) | August 31, 2025 | May 31, 2025 | | :------------------------------------ | :-------------- | :----------- | | Cash and cash equivalents | $73,911 | $41,552 | | Restricted cash | $40,193 | $72,368 | | Accounts receivable | $29,134 | $3,043 | | Prepaid expenses and other current assets | $188,491 | $9,430 | | Total current assets | $641,735 | $430,593 | | Property and equipment, net | $1,461,775 | $1,206,341 | | TOTAL ASSETS | $2,398,995 | $1,870,090 | | LIABILITIES (in thousands) | | | | Accounts payable | $172,823 | $247,528 | | Accrued liabilities | $182,948 | $29,549 | | Current portion of debt | $382,056 | $10,331 | | Total current liabilities | $985,493 | $558,144 | | Long-term debt | $305,283 | $677,825 | | Total liabilities | $1,291,007 | $1,236,365 | | Stockholders' equity | $1,044,260 | $497,688 | | TOTAL LIABILITIES, TEMPORARY EQUITY AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY | $2,398,995 | $1,870,090 | [Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations](index=8&type=section&id=Condensed%20Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Operations%20(Unaudited)) Total revenue increased to **$64.2 million** in Q1 2026 from **$34.8 million** in Q1 2025, but significantly rising total costs and expenses led to an operating loss of **$22.3 million** and a net loss attributable to common stockholders of **$18.5 million** | Metric (in thousands) | Three Months Ended August 31, 2025 | Three Months Ended August 31, 2024 | | :------------------------------------------------- | :--------------------------------- | :--------------------------------- | | Total revenue | $64,216 | $34,849 | | Cost of revenues | $55,606 | $22,743 | | Selling, general and administrative | $29,152 | $10,993 | | Total costs and expenses | $86,509 | $9,556 | | Operating (loss) income | $(22,293) | $25,293 | | Net (loss) income before income tax expenses | $(26,239) | $15,912 | | Net loss attributable to common stockholders | $(18,502) | $(4,291) | | Basic and diluted net (loss) income per share (Continuing operations) | $(0.11) | $0.11 | | Basic and diluted net loss per share | $(0.07) | $(0.03) | [Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows](index=9&type=section&id=Condensed%20Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Cash%20Flows%20(Unaudited)) Cash flow from operating activities resulted in a net use of **$82.0 million** in Q1 2026, with investing activities using **$249.4 million**, while financing activities provided **$322.2 million**, driven by proceeds from common and preferred stock issuance | Cash Flow Activity (in thousands) | Three Months Ended August 31, 2025 | Three Months Ended August 31, 2024 | | :---------------------------------------- | :--------------------------------- | :--------------------------------- | | CASH FLOW USED IN OPERATING ACTIVITIES | $(82,023) | $(75,890) | | CASH FLOW USED IN INVESTING ACTIVITIES | $(249,420) | $(32,606) | | CASH FLOW PROVIDED BY FINANCING ACTIVITIES | $322,236 | $163,365 | | NET (DECREASE) INCREASE IN CASH, CASH EQUIVALENTS, AND RESTRICTED CASH | $(9,207) | $54,869 | | CASH, CASH EQUIVALENTS, AND RESTRICTED CASH, END OF PERIOD | $114,111 | $86,557 | | Supplemental Non-Cash Activities (in thousands) | Three Months Ended August 31, 2025 | Three Months Ended August 31, 2024 | | :---------------------------------------------- | :--------------------------------- | :--------------------------------- | | Conversion of preferred stock to common stock | $242,480 | — | | Issuance of warrants, at fair value | $121,204 | $36,479 | | Property and equipment in accounts payable and accrued liabilities | $132,113 | $116,440 | [Non-GAAP Financial Measures and Reconciliation](index=5&type=section&id=Use%20and%20Reconciliation%20of%20Non-GAAP%20Financial%20Measures) This section explains and reconciles Applied Digital's non-GAAP financial measures, providing additional insights into operational performance by excluding specific non-cash or one-time items [Explanation of Non-GAAP Measures](index=5&type=section&id=Explanation%20of%20Non-GAAP%20Measures) Applied Digital uses non-GAAP financial measures like Adjusted Operating (Loss) Income, Adjusted Net Loss, EBITDA, and Adjusted EBITDA to provide additional insight into its operational performance by excluding one-time or significant non-cash items - Non-GAAP measures are provided to disclose additional information, facilitate comparison of past and present operations, and provide perspective on results absent one-time or significant non-cash items[35](index=35&type=chunk) - Adjusted Operating (Loss) Income excludes stock-based compensation, non-recurring repair expenses, diligence, acquisition, disposition and integration expenses, litigation expenses, loss on abandonment of assets, and other non-recurring expenses[38](index=38&type=chunk) - Adjusted EBITDA is defined as EBITDA adjusted for stock-based compensation, non-recurring repair expenses, diligence, acquisition, disposition and integration expenses, litigation expenses, gain on classification of held for sale, loss on abandonment of assets, loss on change in fair value of debt, preferred dividends, restructuring expenses and other non-recurring expenses[39](index=39&type=chunk) [Reconciliation of GAAP to Non-GAAP Measures](index=11&type=section&id=Reconciliation%20of%20GAAP%20to%20Non-GAAP%20Measures%20(Unaudited)) The reconciliation tables detail adjustments made to GAAP figures to arrive at non-GAAP measures, with significant adjustments for Q1 2026 including stock-based compensation and loss on abandonment of assets, transforming GAAP operating and net losses | Reconciliation Item (in thousands) | Q1 2026 (USD) | Q1 2025 (USD) | | :------------------------------------------------- | :------------ | :------------ | | Operating (loss) income (GAAP) | $(22,293) | $25,293 | | Stock-based compensation | $14,446 | $(2,383) | | Loss on abandonment of assets | $1,751 | $628 | | Adjusted operating (loss) income (Non-GAAP) | $(3,616) | $2,164 | | Net (loss) income from continuing operations attributable to common stockholders (GAAP) | $(27,823) | $15,868 | | Adjusted net loss from continuing operations attributable to common stockholders (Non-GAAP) | $(7,570) | $(795) | | EBITDA (Non-GAAP) | $(19,716) | $22,970 | | Adjusted EBITDA (Non-GAAP) | $537 | $6,262 | [Additional Information](index=4&type=section&id=Conference%20Call) This section provides details on the conference call, cautionary notes regarding forward-looking statements, and contact information for investor relations and media [Conference Call Details](index=4&type=section&id=Conference%20Call%20Details) Applied Digital hosted a conference call on October 9, 2025, to discuss its fiscal first quarter 2026 results, with details provided for participation and replay options - Conference call held on October 9, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time[31](index=31&type=chunk) - Participant Dial-In: **1-800-549-8228**, Conference ID: **39290**[31](index=31&type=chunk) - A phone replay was available from October 9, 2025, through October 16, 2025, with Replay Dial-In: **1-888-660-6264** and Playback Passcode: **39290 **[32](index=32&type=chunk) [Forward-Looking Statements](index=5&type=section&id=Forward-Looking%20Statements) This section serves as a cautionary note regarding forward-looking statements, emphasizing that future operating and financial performance, product development, and business strategy are subject to inherent uncertainties and risks - Statements regarding future operating and financial performance, product development, market position, business strategy, and objectives are forward-looking[34](index=34&type=chunk) - These statements are inherently subject to uncertainty, and actual results could vary materially if underlying assumptions prove inaccurate or risks materialize[34](index=34&type=chunk) - Risks include ability to complete data center construction, raise additional capital, dependence on principal customers, power disruptions, and regulatory changes[34](index=34&type=chunk) [Investor Relations Contact](index=6&type=section&id=Investor%20Relations%20Contacts) Contact information for investor relations and media inquiries is provided for stakeholders seeking further information about Applied Digital - Investor Relations Contacts: Matt Glover or Ralf Esper at Gateway Group, Inc. (**949) 574-3860**, APLD@gateway-grp.com[40](index=40&type=chunk) - Media Contact: Buffy Harakidas, EVP at JSA (Jaymie Scotto & Associates) (**856) 264-7827**, jsa_applied@jsa.net[40](index=40&type=chunk)

Core Insights - Applied Digital Corporation reported a fiscal first quarter revenue of $64.2 million, an increase of 84% compared to the same period last year, driven by growth in its HPC Hosting Business and Data Center Hosting Business [6][22] - The company signed a new lease agreement for an additional 150 MW at its Polaris Forge 1 campus, bringing total anticipated lease revenue to approximately $11 billion over 15 years [5][7] - The net loss attributable to common stockholders was $27.8 million, a significant increase from a net income of $15.9 million in the prior year [27][28] Financial Performance - Total revenues for the fiscal first quarter 2026 were $64.2 million, up from $34.8 million in the prior year [22] - Cost of revenues increased to $55.6 million, a 144% rise from $22.7 million in the previous year [23] - Selling, general and administrative expenses rose to $29.2 million, up 165% from $11.0 million in the prior year [24] Operational Updates - The company is nearing completion of its 100 MW building at Polaris Forge 1, with construction on an additional 150 MW building already initiated [7][8] - The Polaris Forge 2 campus is under construction, expected to have an initial capacity of 200 MW, with plans for future expansion to 1 GW [8][9] - The HPC Hosting Business generated approximately $26 million in revenue this quarter, with expectations for significant growth as facilities become operational [15][22] Strategic Positioning - The company is positioned to benefit from the anticipated $350 billion investment by hyperscalers in AI deployment this year, establishing itself as a key player in AI infrastructure [6][13] - Applied Digital aims to achieve a projected annualized NOI run rate of approximately $500 million once Polaris Forge 1 is fully operational, with a target of reaching $1 billion NOI within five years [14] - The company is focused on securing capital at low costs and expanding its development across the U.S. [10][12]

Core Insights - The article emphasizes the importance of earnings reminders and market updates for investors, particularly focusing on Applied Digital and new stock recommendations [1] Group 1: Company Analysis - Applied Digital is highlighted as a key focus for analysis, indicating potential investment opportunities [1] - The article suggests that timely updates and analysis can enhance investment decision-making processes [1] Group 2: Market Trends - The piece underscores the significance of staying informed about market updates to identify emerging trends and shifts [1] - It points out that new stock recommendations are crucial for investors looking to diversify their portfolios [1]

Core Insights - Applied Digital Corporation (APLD) operates in the digital infrastructure sector, providing data center solutions and facing competition from other tech companies in the same space [1] - APLD reported an earnings per share (EPS) of -$0.03, which was better than the expected EPS of -$0.11, but its revenue of approximately $38 million fell short of the anticipated $45.5 million [1][2][5] - The company announced plans for a $3 billion AI data campus in Harwood, North Dakota, named Polaris Forge 2, expected to start operations in 2026 and reach full capacity by early 2027, which could enhance future revenue streams [3][5] Financial Performance - APLD's revenue of $38 million represents a significant decrease from $60.70 million reported in the same quarter the previous year, indicating ongoing challenges in meeting revenue expectations [2] - Following the announcements, APLD shares rose by 4.5%, closing at $27.71, despite underlying financial challenges [4] - The company has a negative price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of approximately -24.33 and a price-to-sales ratio of about 33.88, reflecting high investor expectations amidst non-profitability [4] - Additional financial metrics include a negative enterprise value to operating cash flow ratio of -69.00, a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.41, and a current ratio of 0.77, highlighting potential liquidity challenges [4]

Core Viewpoint - Roundhill Investments has reintroduced its "Meme" stock ETF, now actively managed, to provide retail investors with exposure to trending meme stocks after its previous version was closed two years ago due to declining investor interest [2][3]. Group 1: Fund Details - The new fund debuted on the NYSE under the ticker symbol "MEME" [2]. - It will actively manage its portfolio, allowing for rebalancing as frequently as once a week to capture stock movements and volatility [3]. - The fund will filter stocks based on implied volatility, considering 30 of the most volatile stocks for inclusion, with the ability to invest in 13 to 25 at any time [4]. Group 2: Financial Metrics - The fund has an expense ratio of 0.69% and currently has 25,000 shares outstanding, with $250,000 in assets under management [5]. - The portfolio includes active stocks such as Opendoor Technologies Inc., Plug Power Inc., Applied Digital Corp., and QuantumScape Corp. [5]. - On its launch day, the fund closed down 1.85% at $9.81 but surged 11.26% after hours [6].

Core Insights - Roundhill Investments is launching the Roundhill MEME ETF on the NYSE under the symbol MEME, aimed at capturing the retail-driven meme stock phenomenon [1] - The ETF's largest holdings include Opendoor Technologies Inc, Plug Power Inc, and Applied Digital Corp, which have shown significant volatility due to retail investor enthusiasm [2] - The MEME ETF serves as a strategic tool for investors interested in momentum-driven trades or hedging against short positions, appealing to those looking to capitalize on trends influenced by retail investors [3] ETF Performance - The current price of the MEME ETF is $9.81, reflecting a 1.9% decrease, with a trading range today between $9.66 and $10.06 and a trading volume of 1,053,063 shares [4] - Over the past year, the ETF has experienced a high of $43.20 and a low of $5.72, with a market capitalization of approximately $714.541 million [4]

Core Insights - Applied Digital Corporation is expected to report a quarterly loss of 16 cents per share for Q1, compared to a loss of 15 cents per share a year ago, with projected revenue of $45.46 million, down from $60.70 million a year earlier [1] Group 1: Earnings Expectations - The company will release its earnings results on October 9, with analysts forecasting a quarterly loss of 16 cents per share [1] - Projected quarterly revenue is $45.46 million, a decrease from $60.70 million in the same quarter last year [1] Group 2: Expansion Plans - On August 18, the company announced plans to begin construction on a $3 billion AI data campus in Harwood, North Dakota, named Polaris Forge 2 [2] - The facility will have a capacity of 280 megawatts and is expected to start operations in 2026, reaching full capacity by early 2027 [2] - Following the announcement, Applied Digital shares increased by 4.5%, closing at $27.71 [2] Group 3: Analyst Ratings - HC Wainwright & Co. analyst Kevin Dede maintained a Buy rating and raised the price target from $15 to $20 [8] - Lake Street analyst Rob Brown also maintained a Buy rating, increasing the price target from $14 to $18 [8] - Needham analyst John Todaro raised the price target from $12 to $16 while maintaining a Buy rating [8] - B. Riley Securities analyst Nick Giles increased the price target from $8 to $15, maintaining a Buy rating [8] - JMP Securities analyst Greg Miller maintained a Market Outperform rating and raised the price target from $12 to $18 [8]