Financial Performance - Fourth quarter 2025 revenue was $257.4 million, an increase of 7.5% from $240.2 million in the fourth quarter of 2024[3] - Fiscal year 2025 revenue totaled $1,007.2 million, up 6.0% from $950.0 million in fiscal year 2024[4] - Net income for fourth quarter 2025 was $17.6 million, a 76% increase from $10.0 million in fourth quarter 2024[3] - Adjusted EBITDA for fourth quarter 2025 was $56.6 million, up 36.2% from $41.6 million in fourth quarter 2024[4] - Fiscal year 2025 Adjusted EBITDA was $243.9 million, an increase of 6.0% from $229.1 million in fiscal year 2024[7] - Operating income for the year ended August 31, 2025, was $172,131,000, up 13.3% from $151,986,000 in 2024[27] - Net income attributable to Phoenix Education Partners, Inc. for the three months ended August 31, 2025, was $17,496,000, compared to $9,822,000 in 2024, reflecting a 78.3% increase[27] - Basic earnings per share for the year ended August 31, 2025, was $3.77, an increase from $3.19 in 2024, marking a 18.2% growth[27] - Net income for Q3 2025 was $17,570,000, compared to $10,019,000 in Q3 2024, representing a 75.7% increase[33] - Adjusted Net Income for the year ended August 31, 2025, was $172,980,000, up from $166,529,000 in 2024, reflecting a 3.3% growth[33] Enrollment and Operational Metrics - Average Total Degreed Enrollment for fourth quarter 2025 was 79,300, compared to 75,000 in the same quarter of 2024, reflecting a growth of 4.3%[3] - The company completed the closure of its ground campuses, with only one physical location currently enrolling new students[33] Cash and Assets - As of August 31, 2025, cash and cash equivalents totaled $194.8 million, down from $382.9 million as of August 31, 2024[10] - Total current assets decreased to $265,950,000 as of August 31, 2025, down from $441,466,000 in 2024, a decline of 39.7%[30] - Cash and restricted cash at the end of the year was $173,001,000, down from $356,170,000 at the beginning, reflecting a decrease of 51.4%[31] Liabilities and Equity - The company had no outstanding debt as of August 31, 2025, and entered into a $100.0 million senior secured revolving credit facility on November 13, 2025[11] - Total liabilities decreased to $253,507,000 as of August 31, 2025, compared to $346,320,000 in 2024, a reduction of 26.8%[30] - Total equity decreased to $240,055,000 as of August 31, 2025, down from $348,930,000 in 2024, a decline of 31.1%[30] Cash Flow and Credit Losses - Net cash provided by operating activities for the year ended August 31, 2025, was $87,387,000, down from $163,236,000 in 2024, a decrease of 46.5%[31] - The company reported a provision for credit losses on accounts receivable of $47,674,000 for the year ended August 31, 2025, compared to $40,532,000 in 2024, an increase of 17.7%[31] Special Items and Expenses - Special items and share-based compensation for Q3 2025 totaled $39,632,000, compared to $29,931,000 in Q3 2024, a 32.5% increase[33] - Restructuring lease expenses for the year ended August 31, 2025, were $6,365,000, down from $15,201,000 in 2024[33] - Strategic alternatives expenses for Q3 2025 were $19,941,000, significantly higher than $6,012,000 in Q3 2024[33] Future Outlook - The company expects fiscal year 2026 revenue to be in the range of $1,025.0 million to $1,035.0 million[12] Tax Rates - The non-GAAP effective tax rates were 24.6% for fiscal year 2025 and 24.7% for fiscal year 2024[34]

Financial Performance - Total revenues for Q3 2025 were $1.8 million, a decrease of 15% from $2.2 million in Q3 2024, primarily due to a $0.3 million decline in in-person revenues from arena events [3]. - Net loss for Q3 2025 was $5.4 million, compared to a net loss of $4.0 million in Q3 2024, with an adjusted EBITDA loss of $2.0 million versus a loss of $0.1 million in the prior year [5]. - Total revenues for the three months ended September 30, 2025, were $1,846,912, a decrease of 14.6% compared to $2,163,541 for the same period in 2024 [23]. - The net loss attributable to common stockholders for the three months ended September 30, 2025, was $5,361,229, compared to a net loss of $4,027,941 in 2024, reflecting an increase of 31.0% [23]. - Adjusted EBITDA for the three months ended September 30, 2025, was $(1,960,060), compared to $(114,502) for the same period in 2024, indicating a decline in operational performance [27]. - The company reported a pre-tax loss of $5,398,984 for the three months ended September 30, 2025, compared to a pre-tax loss of $4,361,484 in 2024, an increase of 23.7% [27]. Costs and Expenses - Total costs and expenses increased to $9.2 million in Q3 2025, up from $3.3 million in the prior-year period, largely driven by a $4.4 million rise in legal and professional fees related to a dissident stockholder [4]. - Total costs and expenses for the three months ended September 30, 2025, were $9,181,330, significantly higher than $3,344,114 in the same period of 2024 [23]. - Research and development expenses for the three months ended September 30, 2025, were $174,774, an increase from $158,162 in 2024, showing a growth of 10.3% [23]. - Selling and marketing expenses decreased to $78,989 for the three months ended September 30, 2025, down from $90,512 in 2024, a reduction of 12.7% [23]. Cash and Liabilities - As of September 30, 2025, the company had cash and short-term investments of $56.0 million, down from $71.5 million at December 31, 2024 [6]. - Working capital decreased to $36.7 million as of September 30, 2025, compared to $64.3 million at December 31, 2024 [6]. - Total liabilities increased to $49.9 million as of September 30, 2025, from $35.2 million at December 31, 2024 [21]. Acquisitions and Expansion - The company completed the acquisition of Saiju School, which will be renamed Allied International Futuretech Academy, marking its entry into Japan's accredited secondary education system [2]. - The company plans further global expansion into markets including Dubai and Hainan following the acquisition of Saiju School [2]. Events and Productions - The company hosted events on 72 days in Q3 2025, including 33 proprietary events and 39 third-party events, enhancing its operational footprint [9]. - The company is participating in the production investment of The Angry Birds Movie 3, targeting a release on December 23, 2026, to capture the holiday viewing season [8]. Gaming Revenues - Casual mobile gaming revenues decreased to $837,862 for the three months ended September 30, 2025, down from $817,986 in 2024, representing a growth of 2.1% [23]. Interest Income and Shares - Interest income for the three months ended September 30, 2025, was $1,363,810, up from $1,033,362 in 2024, representing a growth of 32.0% [27]. - The weighted average number of common shares outstanding for the three months ended September 30, 2025, was 37,713,944, compared to 37,219,904 in 2024, an increase of 1.3% [23].

Revenue Growth - Q2 revenue reached $423 million, a 16% increase year-over-year (15% in constant currency) [5] - Total subscription revenue was $398 million, up 17% year-over-year (16% in constant currency) [5] - Elastic Cloud revenue grew to $206 million, reflecting a 22% year-over-year increase [5] - Total revenue for the three months ended October 31, 2025, was $423,481,000, representing a 15.9% increase from $365,361,000 in the same period of 2024 [30] - Subscription revenue increased to $397,699,000 for the three months ended October 31, 2025, up 16.7% from $340,807,000 in the prior year [30] - Annual Elastic Cloud revenue reached $156,868,000 for the three months ended October 31, 2025, a 27% increase compared to the same period last year [38] - Total subscription revenue for the six months ended October 31, 2025, was $786,282,000, an 18% increase year-over-year [38] Financial Performance - Non-GAAP operating income was $70 million, with a non-GAAP operating margin of 16.5% [5] - Operating loss for the three months ended October 31, 2025, was $(8,236,000), compared to $(4,426,000) in the same period of 2024 [30] - Net loss for the six months ended October 31, 2025, was $(75,887,000), slightly higher than $(74,677,000) in the same period of 2024 [30] - Non-GAAP net income for the three months ended October 31, 2025, was $69,027,000, up from $62,906,000 year-over-year [42] - GAAP net loss for the three months ended October 31, 2025, was $51,284,000, compared to a loss of $25,450,000 in the same period last year [42] Cash and Assets - Cash and cash equivalents as of October 31, 2025, totaled $800,586,000, an increase from $727,543,000 as of April 30, 2025 [32] - Total assets decreased to $2,476,570,000 as of October 31, 2025, from $2,592,853,000 as of April 30, 2025 [32] - Total liabilities as of October 31, 2025, were $1,585,458,000, down from $1,665,619,000 as of April 30, 2025 [32] - Net cash provided by operating activities for the six months ended October 31, 2025, was $131,447,000, compared to $91,131,000 in the same period of 2024 [34] - The company reported a net increase in cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash of $138,064,000 for the three months ended October 31, 2025 [34] Customer Metrics - The total customer count with Annual Contract Value (ACV) greater than $100,000 exceeded 1,600, up from over 1,550 in Q1 FY26 [6] - The Net Expansion Rate was approximately 112% [6] - Total remaining performance obligations amounted to $971 million, a 17% increase year-over-year (15% in constant currency) [5] - Total deferred revenue as of October 31, 2025, was $732,511,000, reflecting a 13% increase year-over-year [38] - Total remaining performance obligations as of October 31, 2025, were $1,506,725,000, a 19% increase year-over-year [38] Guidance and Future Outlook - The company raised its full-year total revenue guidance by $18 million due to strong customer commitments [1] - For fiscal 2026, total revenue is expected to be between $1.715 billion and $1.721 billion, representing 16% year-over-year growth at the midpoint [12] Expenses - GAAP research and development expenses for Q2 2025 totaled $108,152 million, an increase from $88,163 million in Q2 2024, marking a rise of 22.6% [44] - Non-GAAP sales and marketing expenses for the first half of 2025 were $299,375 million, compared to $257,748 million in the first half of 2024, indicating a growth of 16.1% [44] - GAAP general and administrative expenses for Q2 2025 were $47,962 million, up from $44,085 million in Q2 2024, which is an increase of 6.4% [44] - Non-GAAP general and administrative expenses for the first half of 2025 were $61,740 million, compared to $60,011 million in the same period of 2024, showing a slight increase of 2.9% [44] - Stock-based compensation expense for research and development in Q2 2025 was $28,434 million, compared to $24,777 million in Q2 2024, reflecting an increase of 14.3% [44] - Total GAAP services revenue for Q2 2025 was $25,505 million, up from $23,238 million in Q2 2024, representing an increase of 9.8% [44] - Non-GAAP services revenue for the first half of 2025 reached $44,746 million, compared to $39,312 million in the first half of 2024, indicating a growth of 13.3% [44] - Amortization of acquired intangibles decreased from $2,835 million in Q2 2024 to $2,158 million in Q2 2025, a reduction of 23.8% [44]

Financial Performance - Net sales for Q4 FY 2025 increased by $13.5 million, or 4.2%, to $336.1 million compared to Q4 FY 2024, driven by a $13.3 million increase in comparable store sales [4]. - Net income for Q4 FY 2025 rose 31.0% to $11.8 million, with diluted earnings per share of $0.51, compared to $9.0 million, or $0.39 diluted earnings per share, for Q4 FY 2024 [9]. - Adjusted EBITDA for Q4 FY 2025 increased 7.7% to $24.4 million, up from $22.6 million in Q4 FY 2024 [9]. - For FY 2025, net sales increased by $89.3 million, or 7.2%, to $1.33 billion, with a 7.3% increase in daily average comparable store sales [10]. - Gross profit for FY 2025 increased by $33.1 million, or 9.1%, to $397.9 million, with gross margin improving by 50 basis points to 29.9% [11]. - Operating income for FY 2025 increased 32.0% to $62.0 million, with an operating margin of 4.7% [13]. - Net income for the year ended September 30, 2025, was $46.4 million, up 37.0% from $33.9 million in 2024 [33]. - EBITDA for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2025 increased by 17.6% to $23.5 million compared to $20.0 million in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2024 [36]. - Adjusted EBITDA for the year ended September 30, 2025, rose 17.5% to $97.9 million from $83.3 million in 2024 [37]. Cash and Assets - As of September 30, 2025, the company had $17.1 million in cash and cash equivalents and no outstanding borrowings on its revolving credit facility [16]. - Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the year increased to $17.1 million from $8.9 million, a rise of 93.5% [33]. - Total assets increased to $670.5 million in 2025 from $655.5 million in 2024, representing a growth of 2.0% [31]. - Total current liabilities decreased to $158.8 million in 2025 from $164.1 million in 2024, a reduction of 3.0% [31]. - Total stockholders' equity increased to $212.4 million in 2025, up 22.0% from $174.3 million in 2024 [31]. Expenses and Dividends - Administrative expenses for FY 2025 increased 14.6% to $44.4 million, primarily due to higher compensation and technology expenses [13]. - A quarterly cash dividend of $0.15 per common share was announced, reflecting a 25% increase over the previous dividend [17]. - Dividends to shareholders decreased to $11.0 million in 2025 from $31.9 million in 2024, a decline of 65.5% [33]. Future Plans - The company plans to open 6 to 8 new stores in FY 2026, continuing its strategy of accelerated store growth [3]. Impairment and Cash Flow - The company reported a loss on impairment of long-lived assets of $81, significantly lower than $2.1 million in 2024 [33]. - Operating cash flow for the year was $55.3 million, compared to $73.8 million in the previous year, reflecting a decrease of 25.0% [33].

Financial Performance - Total revenues for Q3 2026 were $811.2 million, representing a 16% increase year over year from $699.2 million[3] - Subscription services revenues for Q3 2026 reached $682.5 million, up 17% year over year from $580.9 million[3] - Operating income for Q3 2026 was $240.9 million, a 33% increase from $181.4 million in the same quarter last year[3] - Non-GAAP operating income for Q3 2026 was $364.9 million, up 20% from $304.0 million year over year[3] - Net income for Q3 2026 was $236.2 million, reflecting a 27% increase from $185.8 million in Q3 2025[3] - Non-GAAP net income for Q3 2026 was $345.1 million, an increase of 20% from $288.3 million year over year[3] - Total revenues for the three months ended October 31, 2025, were $811,236,000, representing a 16% increase from $699,207,000 in the same period of 2024[17] - Subscription services revenue increased to $682,498,000 for the three months ended October 31, 2025, up 17.5% from $580,850,000 in 2024[17] - Net income for the nine months ended October 31, 2025, was $664,702,000, a 28.2% increase compared to $518,513,000 for the same period in 2024[20] - Operating income for the three months ended October 31, 2025, was $240,853,000, up 32.8% from $181,353,000 in 2024[17] - Diluted net income per share for the three months ended October 31, 2025, was $1.40, compared to $1.13 in 2024, representing a 23.9% increase[17] - Non-GAAP net income for the nine months ended October 31, 2025, was $1,006,343,000, up from $802,551,000 in 2024, reflecting a growth of 25.4%[29] Cash Flow and Expenses - Cash flows from operating activities for the nine months ended October 31, 2025, totaled $1,308,378,000, compared to $1,020,507,000 in 2024, reflecting a 28.2% increase[20] - Cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash at the end of the period were $1,662,315,000, up from $1,046,689,000 in 2024[20] - Stock-based compensation expenses for the nine months ended October 31, 2025, amounted to $354,444,000, compared to $322,146,000 in 2024, reflecting a 10% increase[20] - Net cash provided by operating activities on a GAAP basis for the three months ended October 31, 2025, was $192,787,000, compared to $164,117,000 for the same period in 2024, representing a year-over-year increase of 17.4%[26] - Non-GAAP net cash provided by operating activities for the nine months ended October 31, 2025, was $1,285,076,000, up from $1,015,347,000 in 2024, reflecting a growth of 26.5%[26] Research and Development - Research and development expenses for the three months ended October 31, 2025, were $191,883,000, an increase of 11.3% from $172,411,000 in 2024[17] - Research and development expense on a GAAP basis for the three months ended October 31, 2025, was $191,883,000, compared to $172,411,000 in 2024, reflecting an increase of 11.4%[29] Guidance and Future Outlook - Guidance for Q4 2026 includes total revenues between $807 million and $810 million, with non-GAAP fully diluted net income per share expected to be approximately $1.92[8] - The company is on track to achieve a $6 billion revenue run-rate goal by 2030[3] Product Development - Veeva AI is set to release its first agents for CRM and commercial content in early December 2025, with additional agents planned for 2026[5] - Veeva Development Cloud applications were selected as the enterprise standard by three top 20 biopharmas in Q3 2026[5] Operating Expenses and Margins - Total operating expenses for the nine months ended October 31, 2025, were $1,120,325,000, compared to $1,004,076,000 in 2024, marking a 11.6% increase[17] - Operating margin on a non-GAAP basis for the three months ended October 31, 2025, was 45.0%, compared to 43.5% in 2024, indicating an improvement of 1.5 percentage points[29] - Sales and marketing expense on a GAAP basis for the three months ended October 31, 2025, was $110,552,000, an increase from $98,695,000 in 2024, representing a growth of 12.8%[29] - Gross margin on subscription services revenues on a non-GAAP basis increased to 87.0% for the nine months ended October 31, 2025, compared to 86.2% in 2024[26]

Financial Performance - Earnings per share for Q3 2025 were $1.58, with net income of $512 million, compared to $1.48 and $489 million in Q3 2024, reflecting a 6.8% increase in EPS [4] - Sales for Q3 2025 increased by 10% to $5.6 billion, up from $5.1 billion in the prior year, with comparable store sales rising 7% [4] - For the first nine months of 2025, earnings per share were $4.61, compared to $4.53 in the same period of 2024, with net income remaining stable at $1.5 billion [5] - The operating margin for Q3 2025 was 11.6%, significantly stronger than expected, driven by effective expense control [6] - For Q4 2025, the company raised its comparable store sales forecast to 3% to 4%, with EPS guidance between $1.77 and $1.85 [8] - Full-year EPS guidance for fiscal 2025 is now projected to be between $6.38 and $6.46, including a $0.16 impact from tariff-related costs [8] Shareholder Actions - The company repurchased 1.7 million shares for $262 million during Q3 2025, part of a $2.1 billion buyback program [7] Asset and Store Growth - The total assets as of November 1, 2025, were $15.41 billion, an increase from $14.91 billion a year earlier [16] - The company operates 2,273 stores at the end of Q3 2025, up from 2,192 stores at the end of Q3 2024 [14] - The company reported a 3% increase in comparable store sales year-to-date for 2025 [5] Cash Flow and Expenses - Net cash provided by operating activities increased to $1,905,165 from $1,474,431 year-over-year [18] - Depreciation and amortization expenses rose to $374,524, compared to $329,584 in the previous year [18] - Cash used in investing activities was $618,366, up from $514,122 in the prior year [18] - Net cash used in financing activities increased to $1,955,126 from $1,481,092 year-over-year [18] - The company reported a decrease in cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash to $4,128,135 from $4,414,658 [18] - Interest paid decreased to $55,778 from $80,316 in the previous year [18] - Income taxes paid, net, decreased to $442,751 from $546,113 year-over-year [18] - Merchandise inventory change was $(684,458), compared to $(666,886) in the prior year [18] - The company issued $18,910 in common stock related to stock plans, slightly up from $18,769 [18]

Revenue Performance - Total revenue for the first quarter reached $3.9 billion, an increase of 18% year-over-year[3] - Global Business Solutions revenue grew to $3.0 billion, up 18%, while Online Ecosystem revenue increased to $2.4 billion, up 21%[6] - Consumer revenue rose to $894 million, reflecting a 21% growth compared to the previous year[7] - Credit Karma revenue grew by 27% to $651 million, driven by strong performance in personal loans, credit cards, and auto insurance[10] - TurboTax revenue increased by 6% to $198 million, while ProTax revenue grew by 15% to $45 million[10] - The company expects full fiscal year 2026 revenue guidance of $20.997 billion to $21.186 billion, representing growth of approximately 12% to 13%[10] - The company expects revenue for the three months ending January 31, 2026, to be in the range of $4,519 million to $4,549 million[45] Income and Earnings - GAAP operating income increased to $534 million, a significant rise of 97%[3] - Non-GAAP diluted earnings per share reached $3.34, up 34% from the prior year[3] - GAAP net income for Fiscal 2026 Q1 was $446 million, while non-GAAP net income was $939 million[30] - GAAP diluted net income per share for Fiscal 2026 Q1 was $1.59, with non-GAAP diluted net income per share at $3.34[30] - Net income for the three months ended October 31, 2025, was $446 million, compared to $197 million for the same period in 2024, representing a 126% increase[41] - Projected operating income for the same period is estimated between $676 million and $691 million, with non-GAAP adjustments expected to bring it to $1,371 million to $1,386 million[45] - Diluted net income per share is forecasted to be between $1.76 and $1.81, with non-GAAP estimates ranging from $3.63 to $3.68[45] Cash Flow and Assets - Total cash provided by operating activities increased to $637 million, up from $362 million year-over-year, marking a 76% growth[41] - Net cash provided by investing activities was $1,198 million, a significant improvement from a net cash used of $188 million in the previous year[41] - Cash and cash equivalents increased from $2,884 million (July 31, 2025) to $3,506 million (October 31, 2025)[39] - Cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash, and restricted cash equivalents at the end of the period totaled $6,943 million, down from $8,034 million a year earlier[42] - The company reported a net change in funds receivable and amounts due to customers of $(3,160) million, compared to $1,672 million in the previous year[41] Liabilities and Assets Management - Total current assets decreased from $14,107 million (July 31, 2025) to $10,421 million (October 31, 2025)[39] - Total liabilities decreased from $17,248 million (July 31, 2025) to $13,869 million (October 31, 2025)[39] - Total assets decreased from $36,958 million (July 31, 2025) to $33,191 million (October 31, 2025)[39] Shareholder Returns and Compensation - Intuit plans to repurchase $4.4 billion worth of shares, having already repurchased $851 million[10] - A quarterly dividend of $1.20 per share was approved, marking a 15% increase compared to the same period last year[10] - Share-based compensation expense for Fiscal 2026 Q1 was $543 million[30] - Share-based compensation expense for the three months ended October 31, 2025, was $543 million, an increase from $511 million in the same period last year[41] Strategic Outlook - The company plans to continue focusing on strategic acquisitions and market expansion to drive future growth[45] - The company recognized a net loss of $34 million on debt securities and other investments during the three months ended October 31, 2025[30] - Income tax effects and adjustments for Fiscal 2026 Q1 amounted to $(182) million[30]

Sales Performance - In fiscal 2025, 74.2% of NTIC's consolidated net sales, amounting to $62,488,397, were derived from ZERUST® corrosion prevention solutions, reflecting a decrease of 1.0% from fiscal 2024[30]. - NTIC's consolidated net sales from Natur-Tec® resin compounds and finished products were $21,746,077 in fiscal 2025, representing a slight decrease of 1.0% compared to fiscal 2024, accounting for 25.8% of total consolidated net sales[43]. - Sales of ZERUST® corrosion prevention solutions to the oil and gas industry totaled $7,317,704 in fiscal 2025, a decrease of 20.7% from fiscal 2024, although consistent re-orders from large customers were noted[37]. Product Offerings - NTIC's ZERUST® packaging products utilize proprietary chemical formulations that inhibit rust and corrosion, providing significant savings in labor, material, and capital expenditures compared to traditional methods[31]. - The Z-CIS® technical services system has been utilized by several major automotive companies to improve and control their corrosion management processes[36]. - Natur-Tec® resin compounds are engineered for high performance and reduced cost, allowing for processing using conventional plastic manufacturing methods[44]. - Natur-Tec® flexible film resin compounds are fully compostable and certified by organizations such as BPI and TÜV Austria, meeting international standards for compostable plastics[47]. - NTIC has developed unique corrosion inhibiting solutions for the oil and gas industry, addressing aggressive corrosion in critical infrastructure and extending service life[38]. - The introduction of products like AutoFog allows for rapid VCI saturation in large volume spaces, enhancing corrosion protection capabilities[45]. - NTIC's ZERUST® solutions for oil and gas infrastructure are tailored to customer requirements, addressing specific environmental conditions and enhancing protection against corrosion[42]. - Natur-Tec® compostable injection molding resin compounds are made with at least 90% bio-based materials, enhancing sustainability by replacing petroleum-based plastics[49]. - Natur-Bag® product line includes 15 different compostable trash bag sizes, certified fully compostable, and marketed through retail and industrial channels[50]. Market Trends - NTIC expects the U.S. market for bio-plastic solutions to continue growing due to legislation aimed at reducing single-use plastics, with a significant ban on plastic bags enacted in multiple states[54]. Research and Development - NTIC anticipates spending between $4,900,000 and $5,100,000 on research and development activities in fiscal 2026[61]. Financial Performance - NTIC had an estimated order backlog of $4,184,415 as of August 31, 2025, down from $5,837,430 as of August 31, 2024[71]. - NTIC's revenue is primarily derived from one-time purchase orders and short-term contracts, with revenue recognized upon the transfer of control of goods[298]. - The company assesses its investments in joint ventures for impairment annually, with additional evaluations performed if financial performance expectations are not met[295]. - Goodwill is tested for impairment annually, with assessments made more frequently if adverse changes in circumstances occur[300]. - NTIC utilizes the asset and liability method for accounting income taxes, recognizing deferred tax assets and liabilities based on expected future tax consequences[305][306]. - The company measures stock-based compensation costs based on the fair value of equity instruments issued, recognizing costs over the service period[304]. - NTIC's consolidated financial statements include accounts of its wholly owned subsidiaries but do not include accounts of its joint ventures[294]. - The company records trade receivables and fees for services provided to joint ventures as separate line items in its consolidated financial statements[289]. - NTIC's revenue recognition policy for joint ventures aligns with its policy for unaffiliated customers, ensuring consistency in financial reporting[290]. Workforce and Management - As of August 31, 2025, NTIC had a total of 94 employees, with 91 full-time and 3 part-time employees, including 28 in sales and marketing, 24 in research and development, 22 in administration, and 20 in production[73]. - NTIC's North American workforce is composed of 41% female employees and 31% racially or ethnically diverse individuals[74]. - The average tenure of NTIC employees is nine years, indicating a stable workforce[75]. - NTIC had only one lost time incident in both fiscal 2025 and 2024, reflecting strong safety performance[80]. - NTIC's management team has an average tenure of 17 years, suggesting experienced leadership[76]. - The company offers competitive compensation and benefits, including a 401(k) plan with matching contributions and profit-sharing options[84][85]. - NTIC provides employees with immediate eligibility for its medical plan, which has no co-pay and does not require premium contributions[86]. - Full-time employees are eligible for paid holidays and vacation time ranging from 15 to 25 days based on service length[87]. - NTIC is committed to equal opportunity and has policies in place to prevent discrimination and harassment[81][82]. - The company emphasizes health, safety, environment, and security (HSE&S) as core values and is dedicated to continuous improvement in these areas[78][79]. Joint Ventures - NTIC has established a joint venture network for approximately 30 years, participating in 15 active joint ventures across North America, Europe, and Asia[290]. - Revenue recognition for sales to joint ventures occurs when products are shipped, with fees based on either a flat fee or a percentage of sales[291][299].

Financial Performance - Cerence generated revenue of $251.8 million in fiscal year 2025, a decrease of 24% compared to $331.5 million in fiscal year 2024[30]. - The company recorded a net loss of $18.7 million for fiscal year 2025, a significant improvement from a net loss of $588.1 million in fiscal year 2024, reflecting a 97% change[30]. - Total revenues for fiscal year 2025 were $251.8 million, a decrease of $79.7 million, or 24.0%, from $331.5 million in fiscal year 2024[203]. - License revenue for fiscal year 2025 was $140.6 million, an increase of $15.9 million, or 12.7%, from $124.7 million in fiscal year 2024, representing 55.9% of total revenue[204]. - Connected services revenue for fiscal year 2025 was $53.4 million, a decrease of $80.1 million, or 60.0%, from $133.4 million in fiscal year 2024, accounting for 21.2% of total revenue[205]. - Professional services revenue for fiscal year 2025 was $57.8 million, a decrease of $15.5 million, or 21.2%, from $73.3 million in fiscal year 2024, representing 23.0% of total revenue[206]. - Total gross profit for fiscal year 2025 was $183.1 million, a decrease of $61.1 million, or 25.0%, from $244.3 million in fiscal year 2024[212]. - Operating margin improved by 174.0 percentage points from negative 174.9% to negative 0.9%[192]. - Cash from operating activities increased by $44.0 million, or 255.7%, from $17.2 million to $61.2 million[192]. Market Presence and Partnerships - Cerence's solutions have been shipped in over 525 million automobiles to date, including over 25 million new vehicles in fiscal year 2025 alone[29]. - Approximately 52% of all cars shipped during the fiscal year ended September 30, 2025, included Cerence technologies, indicating strong market penetration[29]. - The company has signed several strategic, long-term partnership agreements with global automakers to deploy its Cerence xUI platform for future in-cabin experiences[41]. - Approximately 50% of the company's revenue in fiscal year 2025 came from major OEMs, including BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and Toyota, while the other 50% came from tier 1 suppliers like HARMAN and Bosch[52]. - Revenue distribution in fiscal year 2025 was approximately 16% from the Americas, 42% from Europe, and 42% from Asia, showcasing a geographically diverse revenue base[53]. Research and Development - Research and development expenses were approximately $123.3 million for fiscal year 2023, $121.6 million for fiscal year 2024, and $97.8 million for fiscal year 2025, indicating a focus on continued investment in AI-powered solutions[50][51]. - The company employs around 700 research and development personnel globally, emphasizing its commitment to innovation and technical expertise[50]. - The company holds 832 patents and patent applications as of September 30, 2025, providing meaningful protection for its products and technologies[65]. Strategic Plans and Restructuring - The company has implemented restructuring plans in 2024 and 2025 aimed at reducing operating expenses and positioning for profitable growth, with the 2025 Plan expected to be substantially complete by the end of Q1 fiscal year 2026[58][59]. - The company has implemented the 2025 Plan to streamline operations, which may lead to higher restructuring charges and operational disruptions[73]. - The implementation of the 2024 Plan was substantially complete by the end of the first quarter of fiscal year 2025[201]. Risks and Challenges - Supply chain disruptions, inflation, and higher interest rates have adversely affected business operations and results[71]. - The company faces intense competition in the automotive voice assistance market, with competitors including SoundHound and iFlyTek, but believes it has competitive advantages in scale and technology[47][68]. - The company faces risks related to the loss of major customers, which could materially affect business and financial condition[80]. - Pricing pressures from major OEMs could negatively impact sales and profit margins, with potential fixed price commitments for long-term contracts[76]. - Cybersecurity incidents could lead to significant reputational and financial harm, including loss of revenue and increased remediation costs[91]. - The company has faced challenges in maintaining customer relationships due to potential data privacy breaches, which could inhibit growth[89]. - The company is subject to risks related to intellectual property claims, which could result in costly litigation and affect its competitive position[120]. Financial Obligations and Debt - As of September 30, 2025, the company had $210 million of 1.50% convertible senior notes due July 1, 2028 outstanding[128]. - The company issued an aggregate principal amount of $175 million in 3.00% convertible senior notes due June 1, 2025[128]. - The company may incur additional indebtedness to meet future financing needs, which could negatively impact its financial condition[129]. - The company may not have sufficient cash flow to service its debt obligations, which could lead to defaults[130]. - Holders of the 2028 Notes have the right to require the company to repurchase their notes at a price equal to 100% of the principal amount plus accrued interest upon a fundamental change[132]. - The company may face challenges in obtaining additional financing on favorable terms, which could restrict its operational flexibility[133]. Shareholder Information - Cerence has not paid any dividends since its formation, with future dividend payments subject to board discretion and capital needs[173]. - As of November 7, 2025, there were 415 holders of record for Cerence's common stock, reflecting the company's shareholder base[172]. - The cumulative total shareholder return for Cerence's common stock was $25.05 as of September 30, 2025, compared to $100 on October 1, 2020[178]. Cybersecurity and Data Privacy - The company has implemented a cybersecurity risk management program, with no identified incidents materially affecting operations or financial condition[161][160]. - The company faces significant costs related to enhancing information security measures against cyber threats, with no assurance that these measures will prevent data breaches[93]. - Compliance with global privacy and data security requirements may lead to additional costs and liabilities, impacting the company's ability to collect and process data globally[94]. - The European General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) imposes stringent data protection obligations, increasing potential penalties for non-compliance[95]. - The company is subject to evolving data protection laws in various jurisdictions, including the U.S., EU, UK, and others, which may require substantial operational adjustments and costs[101].

Financial Performance - Polar Power reported net sales of $1.3 million for Q3 2025, a 74% decline from $4.9 million in Q3 2024[3][11] - The company experienced a gross loss of $2.26 million in Q3 2025, a decrease of 259% compared to a gross profit of $1.42 million in Q3 2024[15] - The company recorded a net loss of $4.08 million, or $(1.63) per share, for Q3 2025, compared to a net profit of $0.01 million in Q3 2024[21] - Net sales for the three months ended September 30, 2025, were $1,273 million, a decrease from $4,914 million in the same period of 2024, representing a decline of approximately 74%[28] - Gross profit for the three months ended September 30, 2025, was a loss of $2,260 million compared to a profit of $1,424 million in 2024, indicating a significant deterioration in profitability[28] - The net loss for the three months ended September 30, 2025, was $4,085 million, compared to a net income of $13 million in the same period of 2024[28] - Total other income (expenses), net for the three months ended September 30, 2025, was $(208) million, compared to $(27) million in 2024, reflecting a decline in other income sources[28] Operating Expenses - Operating expenses decreased by $0.22 million, but were offset by a $0.45 million impairment of right-to-use assets[3] - Total operating expenses for the three months ended September 30, 2025, were $1,617 million, an increase from $1,384 million in 2024, reflecting a rise of about 17%[28] - Interest expense and finance costs for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, totaled $543 million, compared to $496 million in 2024, indicating an increase of approximately 9%[30] Sales and Customer Concentration - Sales to the largest U.S. telecommunications customer accounted for 63% of total net sales in Q3 2025, compared to 46% in Q3 2024[12] - Polar Power's international sales represented 0% of total net sales in Q3 2025, down from 10% in Q3 2024[13] Cash Flow and Liquidity - Cash flows from operating activities for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, resulted in a net cash used of $589 million, compared to $400 million in the same period of 2024[30] - Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period were $4 million, a significant decrease from $498 million at the beginning of the period[30] Inventory and R&D - The company recorded an inventory write-down of $1,967 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, which was not present in the same period of 2024[30] - Research and development expenses decreased by 9% to $157,000 in Q3 2025, with plans to recruit additional engineers in 2026[17] Fundraising - The company raised $0.74 million in October 2025 by selling shares to fund operations[8] Backlog - The company's backlog increased to $5.3 million as of September 30, 2025, up from $1.2 million on June 30, 2025[7]