Sales Performance - Consolidated net sales for Q2 FY2025 increased by 8.9% to $17.5 million compared to $16.1 million in Q2 FY2024[2] - Net sales to international customers rose by 27.1%, while domestic sales increased by 4.6% in Q2 FY2025[3] - For the first half of FY2025, net sales totaled $33.3 million, a 7.5% increase from $31.0 million in the first half of FY2024[8] Profitability - Gross profit for Q2 FY2025 increased by 32.1% to $5.3 million, resulting in a gross profit margin of 30.4%[5][6] - Gross profit for the first half of FY2025 was $10.0 million, up 28.5% from $7.8 million in the first half of FY2024[10] Expenses and Losses - SG&A expenses rose to $5.7 million in Q2 FY2025, compared to $5.3 million in Q2 FY2024[7] - The net loss for Q2 FY2025 was $698,000, or $0.09 per share, an improvement from a net loss of $1.6 million, or $0.21 per share, in Q2 FY2024[7] - The company reported a net loss of $1.8 million for the first half of FY2025, compared to a net loss of $3.0 million in the same period last year[12] Future Outlook - The sales order backlog increased to $7.2 million at the end of Q2 FY2025, up from $6.6 million at the end of Q1 FY2025[3] - Management noted positive industry trends and plans to focus on disciplined execution to drive shareholder value in the second half of the year[13]

Revenue Performance - Total revenue for the three months ended April 30, 2025, was $1,948,215, a slight increase of 0.4% compared to $1,940,346 for the same period in 2024[126] - For the nine months ended April 30, 2025, total revenue increased by 13.8% to $7,008,358 from $6,161,122 in 2024, driven by an expanding customer base[127] - Logistics service revenue accounted for 98% of total revenue for the three months ended April 30, 2025, and 96% for the nine months ended April 30, 2025, indicating a continued focus on logistics[128] Cost and Profitability - Cost of revenues for the three months ended April 30, 2025, increased by 11.5% to $1,890,232 from $1,695,639 in 2024[131] - For the nine months ended April 30, 2025, total cost of revenues rose by 24.3% to $6,641,966 from $5,343,534 in 2024, reflecting rising costs from logistics vendors[131] - The gross profit for the three months ended April 30, 2025, was $57,983, a decrease of 76% compared to $244,707 in 2024[124] - Gross profit decreased from $244,707 to $57,983 for the three months ended April 30, 2025, and from $817,588 to $366,392 for the nine months ended April 30, 2025[132] - Overall gross profit margin was 2.98% and 5.23% for the three and nine months ended April 30, 2025, down from 12.61% and 13.27% during the same periods in 2024[132] Losses and Expenses - Net loss attributable to the company for the three months ended April 30, 2025, was $947,987, a significant increase from a loss of $49,974 in 2024, representing a 1,797% change[124] - General and administrative expenses surged by 614% to $960,583 for the three months ended April 30, 2025, compared to $134,473 in 2024[124] - Operating expenses increased by $826,110 for the three months and $1,002,288 for the nine months ended April 30, 2025, compared to the same periods in the previous year[133] - Net losses amounted to $959,409 and $1,162,328 for the three and nine months ended April 30, 2025, compared to a net loss of $38,797 and a net income of $55,805 for the same periods in 2024[135] Cash Flow and Capital - As of April 30, 2025, the company had working capital of $4,509,290, primarily consisting of cash of $3,630,884 from the initial public offering[136] - Net cash used in operating activities was $2,000,182 for the nine months ended April 30, 2025, primarily due to the net loss and increases in accounts receivable and prepaid expenses[141] - Net cash provided by financing activities was $5,217,937 for the nine months ended April 30, 2025, mainly from the initial public offering[143] Strategic Initiatives - The company completed a $7 million initial public offering on April 11, 2025, and became listed on Nasdaq[119] - The acquisition of RQS United Group Limited on March 3, 2023, is expected to enhance the company's logistics capabilities and market presence[113] - The company plans to diversify its service region to include long-distance shipping lines, which typically yield higher profit margins[132] - The company may seek additional cash resources in the future for investments, acquisitions, or capital expenditures[137] - The company had no investing activities during the three and nine month periods ended April 30, 2025 and 2024[142]

Financial Performance - Net sales decreased by 4.1% to $3.0 billion, with comparable sales down 3.9% in the first quarter of 2025[55] - Gross margin increased by 37 basis points to 39.9% of net sales, driven by merchandise mix and inventory management[65] - SG&A expenses decreased by 5.2% to $1.2 billion, representing 36.0% of total revenue, a decrease of 32 basis points year-over-year[55] - Operating income was $60 million, an increase from $43 million in the prior year, with an operating margin of 1.9%[55] - The company expects net sales to decrease between 5% and 7% for the full year 2025[59] - Digital sales decreased by 7.7%, with digital penetration at 24% of net sales compared to 25% in the first quarter of 2024[61] Cash Flow and Capital Expenditures - Operating activities used $92 million of cash in Q1 2025, a decrease of $85 million compared to $7 million used in Q1 2024[80] - Investing activities used $108 million in Q1 2025, down from $126 million in Q1 2024, primarily due to fewer Sephora shop openings[82] - Anticipated capital expenditures for 2025 are approximately $400 to $425 million, including investments in Sephora shops and e-fulfillment center expansion[83] - Capital expenditures are projected to be between $400 million and $425 million in 2025, including investments in Sephora shops and e-fulfillment centers[75] - Financing activities generated $219 million of cash in Q1 2025, an increase of $41 million compared to $178 million in Q1 2024[86] - Cash dividend payments were $14 million ($0.125 per share) in Q1 2025, down from $55 million ($0.50 per share) in Q1 2024[87] Inventory and Working Capital - Inventory increased by 2% year-over-year to $3.1 billion[55] - Working capital decreased to $300 million as of May 3, 2025, compared to $643 million previously[89] - Current ratio declined to 1.09 from 1.21 year-over-year, driven by increased borrowings and decreased cash[90] Tax and Credit Ratings - The effective tax rate for the first quarter was 10.4%, down from 32.5% in the prior year[70] - As of May 3, 2025, corporate credit ratings were downgraded to Ba3 (Moody's), BB- (S&P), and BB (Fitch) with a negative outlook[85] - Net borrowings on the $1.5 billion credit facility were $255 million in Q1 2025, compared to $263 million in Q1 2024[87] - The company was in compliance with all covenants of its senior secured revolving credit facility as of May 3, 2025[92]

Financial Performance - Sales and service fees for the second quarter of fiscal year 2025 were $40.9 million, a decrease of $4.3 million, or 10%, compared to the same period in fiscal year 2024[90]. - Orders for the second quarter of fiscal year 2025 were $43.7 million, a decrease of $0.5 million, or 1%, compared to the corresponding period in fiscal year 2024[96]. - Sales in the Americas for the second quarter of fiscal year 2025 decreased by 9%, while European sales decreased by 5%, and Asian Pacific sales decreased by 29% compared to the same period in fiscal year 2024[91][92][93]. - Gross profit for the second quarter of fiscal year 2025 was $7.8 million, or 19% of sales, compared to $8.0 million, or 18% of sales, for the corresponding prior year period[99]. - Selling, general, and administrative expenses for the second quarter of fiscal year 2025 were $10.9 million, or 27% of sales, compared to $11.5 million, or 25% of sales, in the corresponding fiscal year 2024 period[100]. - Operating loss for the second quarter of fiscal year 2025 was $3.1 million, compared to $3.4 million for the corresponding period in fiscal year 2024[101]. - Sales of computerized machine tools for the second quarter of fiscal year 2025 decreased by 10%, while sales of computer control systems and software increased by 12%[95]. - Sales and service fees for the first six months of fiscal year 2025 were $87.3 million, a decrease of $3.0 million, or 3%, compared to the prior year period[104]. - Orders for the first six months of fiscal year 2025 were $83.8 million, a decrease of $10.6 million, or 11%, compared to the prior year period[111]. - Gross profit for the first six months of fiscal year 2025 was $16.1 million, or 18% of sales, compared to $17.7 million, or 20% of sales, for the prior year period[115]. - Operating loss for the first six months of fiscal year 2025 was $5.2 million, compared to $5.3 million for the prior year period[117]. Cash Flow and Capital Management - Cash and cash equivalents at April 30, 2025, were $43.8 million, compared to $33.3 million at October 31, 2024[120]. - Working capital was $175.9 million at April 30, 2025, compared to $180.8 million at October 31, 2024[121]. - Capital expenditures of $1.4 million during the first six months of fiscal year 2025 were primarily for software development costs and capital improvements[121]. - The company announced a share repurchase program of up to $25.0 million, with $21.7 million remaining available as of April 30, 2025[122]. - The company suspended its regular quarterly cash dividend on June 14, 2024, to enhance financial flexibility and manage market volatility[123]. - As of April 30, 2025, the company had no debt or borrowings under any of its credit facilities, with approximately $50.8 million available for borrowing[129][130]. Credit Facilities and Compliance - The 2018 Credit Agreement provides for an unsecured revolving credit facility of up to $40.0 million, with a maturity date of December 31, 2025[124]. - The company has a minimum working capital requirement of $125.0 million and a minimum tangible net worth of $176.5 million under the 2018 Credit Agreement[126]. - The company is in compliance with all covenants related to its credit facilities as of April 30, 2025[130]. - The company has renewed its uncommitted revolving credit facilities in Taiwan and China on substantially similar terms in February and December 2023, respectively[128]. Market and Strategic Initiatives - The company operates in a cyclical industry with approximately 50% of revenues from Europe and 12% from the Asia Pacific region[84]. - The company derived approximately 62% of its revenues from customers located outside of the Americas in the first six months of fiscal year 2025[142]. - The company is committed to product innovation, acquisitions, and targeted penetration of developing markets as part of its strategic plan[131]. - The company continues to review potential acquisitions, including intellectual property assets[132]. Currency and Risk Management - The company seeks to mitigate cash flow risks from fluctuating currency exchange rates through the use of derivative instruments[89]. - The company has entered into foreign currency forward exchange contracts to hedge against cash flow risks related to forecasted inter-company sales and purchases, with notional amounts including €6,000,000 and £3,150,000[145]. - The company has maintained a forward contract with a notional amount of €3.0 million to hedge its net investment in Euro-denominated assets, maturing in November 2025[146]. - As of April 30, 2025, the company had seven outstanding third-party payment guarantees totaling approximately $0.8 million[135].

Financial Performance - Net sales for the three months ended April 30, 2025, increased to $452.5 million, up 70% from $266.2 million in the same period last year[11]. - Operating income for the six months ended April 30, 2025, was $33.9 million, compared to $28.6 million for the same period in 2024, reflecting a 18% increase[11]. - Net income for the three months ended April 30, 2025, was $20.5 million, a 33% increase from $15.4 million in the prior year[11]. - Total net sales for the six months ended April 30, 2025, were $852.5 million, compared to $505.4 million for the same period in 2024, representing a 68.4% increase[104]. - Operating income for the three months ended April 30, 2025, was $40.9 million, up from $20.6 million in the same period of 2024, reflecting a 98.5% increase[105]. - The company reported a net income of $20.5 million for the three months ended April 30, 2025, compared to $15.4 million for the same period in 2024, indicating a 33.0% increase[105]. Assets and Liabilities - Total assets as of April 30, 2025, were $2.31 billion, slightly down from $2.32 billion as of October 31, 2024[9]. - Total liabilities decreased to $1.31 billion as of April 30, 2025, from $1.31 billion as of October 31, 2024[9]. - As of April 30, 2025, the total long-term debt was $746.4 million, compared to $737.2 million as of October 31, 2024, indicating an increase of about 1.5%[59]. - Total lease liabilities as of April 30, 2025, amounted to $215.3 million, an increase from $190.7 million as of October 31, 2024[51]. Cash Flow and Capital Expenditures - Cash provided by operating activities for the six months ended April 30, 2025, was $16.0 million, down from $36.9 million in the same period last year[15]. - Capital expenditures for the six months ended April 30, 2025, were $26.5 million, compared to $17.2 million in the same period last year[15]. - Cash used for investing activities increased by $9.1 million to $26.2 million for the six months ended April 30, 2025, primarily due to increased capital expenditures[173]. Dividends and Stockholder Equity - The company paid cash dividends of $0.08 per share for both the three and six months ended April 30, 2025[11]. - As of April 30, 2024, total stockholders' equity was $566,122,000, an increase from $545,554,000 as of October 31, 2023, reflecting a growth of approximately 3.3%[18]. - Common dividends paid were $2,649,000 for the six months ended April 30, 2024, consistent with the previous period, maintaining a dividend of $0.08 per share[18]. Segment Performance - North American Fenestration segment sales decreased from $307,769,000 in the six months ended April 30, 2024, to $285,359,000 in 2025, a decline of about 7.3%[33]. - The Tyman segment, acquired on August 1, 2024, generated $365,783,000 in sales for the six months ended April 30, 2025, contributing significantly to overall revenue growth[33]. - The Tyman segment reported net sales of $190.1 million for the three months ended April 30, 2025, following its acquisition on August 1, 2024[140]. Expenses and Charges - Selling, general and administrative expenses increased by $35.6 million, or 103%, for the three months ended April 30, 2025, compared to the same period in 2024[130]. - Interest expense surged by $13.0 million, or 1,367%, for the three months ended April 30, 2025, due to increased borrowings[144]. - The company incurred restructuring charges of $0.9 million and $8.8 million for the three and six months ended April 30, 2025, respectively, primarily related to workforce alignment costs[37]. Foreign Currency and Taxation - The company reported a foreign currency translation gain of $35.3 million for the three months ended April 30, 2025[12]. - The effective income tax rate for the six months ended April 30, 2025, was 18.2%, down from 21.6% for the same period in 2024[70]. - The effective tax rate increased to 23.5% for the three months ended April 30, 2025, up from 21.9% in the same period of 2024[145]. Acquisitions and Strategic Initiatives - The acquisition of Tyman plc was completed on August 1, 2024, with total consideration of approximately $504.1 million, including 14,139,477 newly issued common shares[38]. - The company continues to evaluate business acquisitions to expand manufacturing and distribution footprint and enhance product offerings[118]. - Integration of internal controls at the recently acquired Tyman business is in progress, with completion expected during fiscal 2025[197]. Risk Management and Market Conditions - The ongoing military conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza may lead to market disruptions and increased commodity prices, impacting operational performance[123]. - The company is monitoring tariff and global trade policies to mitigate potential impacts on business operations[120]. - The company continues to assess potential supply chain vulnerabilities and implement strategies to mitigate potential tariff impacts[191].

Revenue Performance - Total revenue for the three months ended April 30, 2025, was $763.654 million, a 7.6% increase from $709.640 million in the same period of 2024[92] - Total revenue for the three months ended April 30, 2025, was $763.7 million, an increase of 8% compared to $709.6 million in the same period of 2024[116] - Subscription revenue accounted for 98% of total revenue in Q1 2025, compared to 97% in Q1 2024[87] - Subscription revenue increased by $54.7 million, or 8%, driven by expansion in commercial and enterprise accounts as well as the digital channel[116] - Non-GAAP billings for the same period were $739,612,000, compared to $709,538,000 in 2024, reflecting an increase in customer sales and renewals[156] Customer Growth - The number of customers with annualized contract values over $300,000 increased to 1,123 as of April 30, 2025, up from 1,059 a year earlier[91] - The number of total customers reached over 1.7 million as of April 30, 2025, an increase from over 1.5 million in the previous year[97] Profitability - Net income for the three months ended April 30, 2025, was $72.087 million, compared to $33.760 million in the same period of 2024[92] - For the three months ended April 30, 2025, Docusign reported a GAAP gross profit of $606,385,000, up from $560,194,000 in the same period of 2024, resulting in a GAAP gross margin of 79.4%[152] - Non-GAAP gross profit for the same period was $628,727,000, compared to $582,170,000 in 2024, with a non-GAAP gross margin of 82.3%[152] - GAAP net income for the three months ended April 30, 2025, was $72,087,000, an increase from $33,760,000 in 2024, while non-GAAP net income was $190,851,000, up from $172,843,000[154] - Free cash flow for the three months ended April 30, 2025, was $227,815,000, slightly down from $232,073,000 in 2024[155] Expenses and Investments - Operating expenses increased to $546.1 million, representing 71% of total revenue, compared to 76% in the same period of 2024[118] - Research and development expenses rose by $25.1 million, or 19%, primarily due to workforce investments to support product innovation[120] - The total stock-based compensation expense for Q1 2025 was $145.596 million, slightly up from $142.504 million in Q1 2024[92] Cash and Financing - Cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash, and investments totaled $1.1 billion as of April 30, 2025[92] - The company had $948.7 million in cash and cash equivalents as of April 30, 2025, along with $160.1 million in long-term investments[124] - Cash provided by operating activities was $251.4 million for the three months ended April 30, 2025, slightly down from $254.8 million in 2024[134] - Net cash used in financing activities was $223.5 million, primarily due to stock repurchases and tax withholding payments[138] - The stock repurchase program resulted in the repurchase of 2.3 million shares for $183.4 million during the three months ended April 30, 2025[131] - The company may seek additional equity or debt financing in the future to support growth and operational needs[128] Strategic Initiatives - The company plans to invest in product innovation and enhance its go-to-market strategies to support long-term growth[93][94] - The company aims to strengthen its omnichannel go-to-market approach by optimizing direct sales, partner-assisted sales, and digital self-service channels[94] International Revenue - International revenue grew by 10% year-over-year, representing 28% of total revenue for both Q1 2025 and Q1 2024[100] Tax and Financial Projections - The projected non-GAAP tax rate for fiscal 2025 and 2026 is set at 20%[148] - The company entered into a new secured revolving credit facility of $750 million in May 2025, which may be increased by an additional $250 million[159] - Docusign has not engaged in hedging foreign currency transactions to date, but may consider it in the future, with no material effect expected from a 10% change in the U.S. dollar's value against other currencies[160]

Financial Performance - Revenues for the three months ended April 30, 2025, were $250,000, up 25% from $200,000 in the same period of 2024[20] - Net loss for the nine months ended April 30, 2025, was $3,859,571, compared to a net loss of $1,840,689 for the same period in 2024, indicating an increase in losses of approximately 109%[20] - For the nine months ended April 30, 2025, the Company reported a net loss of approximately $3.9 million, compared to a net loss of $1.8 million for the same period in 2024, indicating a 116.67% increase in losses year-over-year[32] - Net loss for the three months ended April 30, 2025, was approximately $1.6 million, an increase of $781,452, or 97%, from a net loss of $807,588 for the same period in 2024[126] - Loss before income taxes for the nine months ended April 30, 2025, was approximately $3.9 million, an increase of $2.0 million, or 110%, from $1.8 million for the same period in 2024[135] Assets and Liabilities - Total current assets increased to $8,687,975 as of April 30, 2025, compared to $2,898,748 as of July 31, 2024, representing a growth of 200%[19] - Cash and cash equivalents rose significantly to $6,681,402 as of April 30, 2025, from $1,249,376 as of July 31, 2024, marking a 435% increase[19] - Total liabilities decreased to $278,073 as of April 30, 2025, from $1,258,834 as of July 31, 2024, a reduction of approximately 78%[19] - As of April 30, 2025, the Company had cash of approximately $6.7 million and short-term investments in trading securities of approximately $1.1 million, which could cover current liabilities of approximately $0.3 million[35] Share Issuance and Capital - The company issued 5,400,000 ordinary shares during the nine months ended April 30, 2025, raising $5,456,769 in capital[22] - The Company issued and sold 3,820,000 ordinary shares at a price of $1.25 per share in January 2025, generating gross proceeds of $4.8 million[33] - In February 2025, the Company issued and sold 1,580,000 ordinary shares at a price of $1 per share, along with warrants, for gross proceeds of $2.5 million[34] - The company had 100,000,000,000 authorized ordinary shares, with 17,317,452 ordinary shares issued and outstanding as of April 30, 2025[78] Operating Expenses - The company reported total operating expenses of $1,510,918 for the nine months ended April 30, 2025, down from $2,075,577 in the same period of 2024, a decrease of approximately 27%[20] - General and administrative expenses decreased by $196,270, or 31%, from approximately $635,282 for the three months ended April 30, 2024, to $439,012 for the same period in 2025[122] - Selling expenses for the nine months ended April 30, 2025, were $120,000, a decrease of $131,000, or 52%, from $251,000 for the same period in 2024[130] - The Company incurred rent expenses of $12,000 for the nine months ended April 30, 2025, compared to $291,771 for the same period in 2024[75] Investment Losses - Loss from investment in trading securities for the nine months ended April 30, 2025, was $2,538,592, compared to a loss of $338,255 for the same period in 2024, reflecting a significant increase in losses[20] - The Company recognized a loss of $1,400,028 from investments in trading securities for the three months ended April 30, 2025, compared to a loss of $309,521 for the same period in 2024[41] - Loss from investment in trading securities increased by approximately $1.1 million, or 352%, from $309,521 for the three months ended April 30, 2024, to $1,400,028 for the same period in 2025[123] Customer Concentration - One customer accounted for 100% of the Company's consolidated revenue for the three months ended April 30, 2025, highlighting significant revenue concentration risk[60] - For the nine months ended April 30, 2025, two customers accounted for 56% and 44% of the Company's consolidated revenue, indicating a high dependency on a limited customer base[60] - As of April 30, 2025, one customer accounted for 100% of the Company's consolidated accounts receivable[61] Future Plans and Strategic Direction - The Company plans to transition its consulting services from PRC-based customers to more international customers to mitigate risks[62] - The company plans to strategically expand into the Bitcoin sector with a five-year plan to accumulate 1,000 BTC, having purchased 0.19 BTC to date[110] - The company aims to expand operations to other Asian countries, including Malaysia, Vietnam, and Singapore, while maintaining a focus on the North American market[111] Legal and Regulatory Matters - The company is facing substantial doubt about its ability to continue as a going concern due to a history of net losses and the need for additional capital[137] - A lawsuit filed by J.P. Morgan Securities LLC claims damages of $5,064,160 related to a stock transaction, with ongoing mediation efforts[103][104] - The parties involved in a dispute have agreed to mediate before litigation, with mediation held on May 6, 2024, but no resolution was reached[165] - Defendants filed a Petition on May 15, 2024, seeking to compel arbitration and stay the underlying State Court action[165] Accounting and Compliance - The company is in the process of evaluating the impact of recent accounting standards updates on its consolidated financial statements[64][65][66][67] - The company is currently evaluating steps to improve its disclosure controls and procedures, including hiring qualified accounting personnel and establishing an internal audit function[152] - The company has a 100% valuation allowance against deferred tax assets, indicating uncertainty regarding their realization[93]

Financial Performance - Revenues for the three months ended April 30, 2025, were $250,000, up 25% from $200,000 in the same period of 2024[20] - Net loss for the nine months ended April 30, 2025, was $3,859,571, compared to a net loss of $1,840,689 for the same period in 2024, indicating an increase in losses of approximately 109%[20] - For the nine months ended April 30, 2025, the Company reported a net loss of approximately $3.9 million, compared to a net loss of $1.8 million for the same period in 2024, indicating a 116.67% increase in losses year-over-year[32] - Net loss for the three months ended April 30, 2025, was approximately $1.6 million, an increase of $781,452, or 97%, from a net loss of $807,588 in 2024[126] - Net loss for the nine months ended April 30, 2025, was approximately $3.9 million, an increase of $2.1 million, or 110%, from a net loss of $1.8 million in 2024[135] Assets and Liabilities - Total current assets increased to $8,687,975 as of April 30, 2025, compared to $2,898,748 as of July 31, 2024, representing a growth of 200%[19] - Cash and cash equivalents rose significantly to $6,681,402 as of April 30, 2025, from $1,249,376 as of July 31, 2024, marking a 435% increase[19] - Total liabilities decreased to $278,073 as of April 30, 2025, from $1,258,834 as of July 31, 2024, a reduction of approximately 78%[19] - As of April 30, 2025, the Company had cash of approximately $6.7 million and short-term investments in trading securities of approximately $1.1 million, which could cover current liabilities of approximately $0.3 million[35] Share Issuance and Capital - The company issued 5,400,000 ordinary shares during the nine months ended April 30, 2025, raising $5,456,769 in capital[22] - The Company issued and sold 3,820,000 ordinary shares at a price of $1.25 per share in January 2025, generating gross proceeds of $4.8 million[33] - In February 2025, the Company issued and sold 1,580,000 ordinary shares at a price of $1 per share, along with warrants, for gross proceeds of $2.5 million[34] - The Company had 100,000,000,000 authorized ordinary shares, with 17,317,452 ordinary shares issued and outstanding as of April 30, 2025[78] Operating Expenses - The company reported total operating expenses of $1,510,918 for the nine months ended April 30, 2025, down from $2,075,577 in the same period of 2024, a decrease of approximately 27%[20] - General and administrative expenses decreased by $196,270, or 31%, from approximately $635,282 for the three months ended April 30, 2024, to $439,012 for the same period in 2025[122] - Selling expenses for the nine months ended April 30, 2025, were $120,000, a decrease of $131,000, or 52%, from $251,000 in 2024[130] - Rent expenses for the nine months ended April 30, 2025, were $12,000 compared to $291,771 for the same period in 2024[75] Investment Losses - Loss from investment in trading securities for the nine months ended April 30, 2025, was $2,538,592, compared to $338,255 for the same period in 2024, reflecting a significant increase in losses[24] - The Company recognized a loss of $1,400,028 from investments in trading securities for the three months ended April 30, 2025, compared to a loss of $309,521 for the same period in 2024[41] - Loss from investment in trading securities increased by approximately $1.1 million, or 352%, from $309,521 in 2024 to $1.4 million in 2025 for the three months ended April 30[123] - Loss from investment in trading securities for the nine months ended April 30, 2025, was approximately $2.5 million, compared to $338,255 in 2024, representing an increase of $2.2 million, or 650%[133] Revenue Concentration Risk - One customer accounted for 100% of the Company's consolidated revenue for the three months ended April 30, 2025, highlighting significant revenue concentration risk[60] - For the nine months ended April 30, 2025, two customers accounted for 56% and 44% of the Company's consolidated revenue, indicating a high dependency on a limited customer base[60] - For the three and nine months ended April 30, 2025, substantially all of the Company's revenues were generated from going public related consulting services[62] Future Plans and Concerns - The company plans to transition its consulting services from PRC based customers to more international customers to mitigate risks[62] - The company plans to strategically expand into the Bitcoin sector with a five-year plan to accumulate 1,000 BTC, having purchased 0.19 BTC to date[110] - The company is currently facing uncertainties regarding its ability to continue as a going concern due to a history of net losses and cash outflows from operating activities[137] - The company plans to support future operations primarily from cash generated from operations and cash on hand, but may need to raise additional funds[136] Legal Matters - A settlement agreement with Boustead Securities, LLC requires the company to pay a total of $1,000,000, with $750,000 already paid in two installments[102] - The company is involved in a pending legal proceeding with J.P. Morgan Securities LLC, claiming damages of $5,064,160 related to a stock transaction[103] - The parties involved in a dispute have agreed to attempt mediation, but no resolution was reached as of May 6, 2024[165] - Defendants filed a Petition on May 15, 2024, seeking to compel arbitration and stay the underlying State Court action[165] Tax Matters - The company is subject to a federal tax rate of 21% and a state tax rate of 8.84% in the US, but did not incur any income tax expenses for the three and nine months ended April 30, 2025[91][92] - The company has a 100% valuation allowance against deferred tax assets, indicating uncertainty regarding their realization[93] - The company has no uncertain tax positions as of April 30, 2025, and does not expect changes in unrecognized tax benefits over the next twelve months[94] Cash Flow - Operating cash outflows for the nine months ended April 30, 2025, were approximately $2.1 million, significantly higher than approximately $0.08 million for the same period in 2024[32] - The company recorded net cash used in operating activities of approximately $2.1 million for the nine months ended April 30, 2025, primarily due to a net loss of approximately $3.9 million[143] - Net cash provided by financing activities was approximately $6.9 million for the nine months ended April 30, 2025, compared to $2.3 million for the same period in 2024, showing a significant increase in financing[147] Miscellaneous - The Company operates in one reporting segment, which is the consulting service business, as of April 30, 2025[57] - The Company recorded accrued litigation fees of $250,000 as current liabilities as of April 30, 2025[76] - The company is in the process of evaluating the impact of recent FASB updates on its consolidated financial statements[64][65][66][67] - The company is in the process of evaluating steps to improve its disclosure controls and procedures, including hiring qualified accounting personnel and implementing training programs[152] - The company extended a loan of $93,013 to Mr. Jun Liu during the nine months ended April 30, 2025, which was subsequently collected[86] - The company has a total of $600,000 due from Mr. Jun Liu as of April 30, 2025[88] - The Company recognized a decrease in fair value of investments of $1,400,028 for the three months and $2,538,592 for the nine months ended April 30, 2025[73] - The Company recorded a loss on disposal of property and equipment amounting to $53,765 due to the premature termination of a lease agreement[71] - As of April 30, 2025, the company had 3,355,106 outstanding and exercisable warrants, with a weighted average exercise price of $0.89[82]

Financial Performance - Net sales decreased from $1.53 billion to $1.49 billion, representing a period-over-period decrease of 2.3%[82] - Operating income improved to $16.4 million, compared to an operating loss of $16.8 million in the prior year period[82] - Net loss attributable to Class A and B-1 common stockholders decreased from $46.5 million to $11.7 million[82] - Adjusted EBITDA increased from $75.6 million to $89.4 million[82] - Comparable sales change was a decline of 1.3% for the thirteen weeks ended May 3, 2025[84] - Adjusted EBITDA for the thirteen weeks ended May 3, 2025, was $89.4 million, compared to $75.6 million for the same period in 2024, representing a 18.2% increase[96] - Net sales for the thirteen weeks ended May 3, 2025, were $1.49 billion, a decrease from $1.53 billion in the same period in 2024, reflecting a 2.5% decline[96] - Adjusted EBITDA Margin improved to 6.0% for the thirteen weeks ended May 3, 2025, compared to 4.9% in the same period in 2024[96] Cost and Expenses - Gross profit margin improved to 38.2% from 37.8% year-over-year[87] - SG&A expenses as a percentage of net sales decreased from 38.9% to 37.1%[88] - Interest expense decreased by $3.3 million, or 9.0%, to $33.5 million[89] Cash Flow and Liquidity - Free Cash Flow for the thirteen weeks ended May 3, 2025, was $(43.9) million, compared to $(41.1) million for the same period in 2024, indicating a slight increase in cash outflow[100] - As of May 3, 2025, the company's liquidity was $647.9 million, including $133.3 million in cash and cash equivalents and $514.6 million available on the ABL Revolving Credit Facility[102] - Net cash used in operating activities was $(15.5) million for the thirteen weeks ended May 3, 2025, compared to $(8.4) million for the same period in 2024, primarily due to lower sales and higher incentive bonuses[106] - Cash used in investing activities decreased to $27.1 million for the thirteen weeks ended May 3, 2025, from $31.7 million in the same period in 2024, driven by fewer new pet care centers and hospitals[107] - Net cash used in financing activities was $(0.3) million for the thirteen weeks ended May 3, 2025, a decrease from $(5.6) million in the same period in 2024, due to lower tax withholding payments[108] Debt and Credit Facilities - The First Lien Term Loan outstanding as of May 3, 2025, was $1.60 billion, with variable interest rates that could increase annual cash interest by approximately $16.2 million if rates rise by 100 basis points[118] - The company has a secured asset-based revolving credit facility with availability of up to $581.0 million, maturing in 2029, to support its liquidity needs[109] Business Operations - Total pet care centers in the U.S. and Puerto Rico decreased from 1,423 to 1,393[84] - The company continues to experience momentum in services, driven by strategic investments in customer acquisition and retention[85]

Revenue Performance - Total revenue for the first quarter of fiscal 2026 was $8.8 billion, a decrease of 0.9% compared to $8.8 billion in the same period last year[77]. - Comparable sales declined by 0.7% in the first quarter of fiscal 2026, with declines in home theater, appliances, and drones, while growth was seen in computing, mobile phone, and tablet categories[78]. - Domestic segment revenue was $8.13 billion, a decline of 0.9% year-over-year, with comparable sales also down by 0.7%[85]. - International segment revenue decreased by 0.6% to $640 million, with a comparable sales decline of 0.7%[91]. - Foreign currency exchange rate fluctuations negatively impacted revenue by approximately $29 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2026, primarily due to the strength of the U.S. dollar against the Canadian dollar[127]. Profitability Metrics - Gross profit for the first quarter of fiscal 2026 was $2.05 billion, representing 23.4% of revenue, compared to 23.3% in the prior year[77]. - Operating income decreased to $219 million, with an operating income margin of 2.5%, down from 3.5% in the same quarter last year[77]. - Diluted EPS for the first quarter of fiscal 2026 was $0.95, a decrease from $1.13 in the prior year[77]. - International segment gross profit decreased to 22.0% of revenue, down from 22.8% in the previous year[91]. - Adjusted operating income for the consolidated entity was $333 million, unchanged from the previous year, representing 3.8% of revenue[97]. Expenses and Charges - Restructuring charges in the first quarter of fiscal 2026 amounted to $109 million, primarily related to optimizing the Best Buy Health business[79]. - Domestic segment adjusted SG&A decreased, primarily due to a favorable indirect tax settlement[90]. - Cash flows from operating activities decreased to $34 million from $156 million in the previous year[106]. Tax and Financial Position - The effective tax rate decreased to 8.6% in the first quarter of fiscal 2026, down from 24.7% in the same period last year[83]. - The effective tax rate for the consolidated entity decreased to 8.6% from 24.7% in the previous year[97]. - As of May 3, 2025, the company has $1.4 billion in cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash, with $0.5 billion of debt swapped to floating rate, resulting in a net asset balance exposed to interest rate changes of $0.9 billion[125]. Debt and Credit Facilities - The company entered into a $1.25 billion five-year senior unsecured revolving credit facility agreement, replacing the previous facility[111]. - The company has $1.25 billion in undrawn capacity on its Five-Year Facility Agreement as of May 3, 2025, which could be included in short-term or long-term debt if drawn[117]. Market and Interest Rate Exposure - A 50-basis point increase in short-term interest rates would lead to an estimated $5 million increase in interest income, while a decrease of the same magnitude would result in a $5 million decrease[125]. - The company is exposed to changes in short-term market interest rates, which will impact net interest expense and interest income[124]. Strategic Initiatives - The company plans to reduce its Domestic Best Buy store count by approximately 5 to 10 stores in fiscal 2026[82]. - The company emphasizes the importance of managing strategic ventures, alliances, or acquisitions as part of its growth initiatives[121]. Currency Management - The company utilizes foreign currency forward contracts to manage foreign currency exposure related to certain forecasted inventory purchases and recognized receivable and payable balances[126]. - The estimated impact of foreign exchange rate fluctuations on net earnings in the first quarter of fiscal 2026 was not significant[127]. Other Financial Information - Cash and cash equivalents decreased to $1,147 million from $1,578 million as of February 1, 2025, primarily due to inventory purchases and dividend payments[104]. - Total cost of shares repurchased increased to $100 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2026, with an average price per share of $64.39[115]. - There have been no significant changes in the company's significant accounting policies or critical accounting estimates since the end of fiscal 2025[119]. - The company has not experienced any material changes in contractual obligations since the end of fiscal 2025[118].