Waton Financial Limited Reports Unaudited Financial Results for the First Six Months of Fiscal Year 2026

Core Viewpoint - Waton Financial Limited reported significant revenue growth in the first half of fiscal year 2026, driven by increased investor interest in the Hong Kong market and expansion in brokerage operations [2][4]. Financial Performance - Total revenue increased by 106.3% to $6.10 million for the six months ended September 30, 2025, compared to $2.96 million for the same period in 2024 [4][5]. - Brokerage and commission income rose by 223.1% to $4.17 million, up from $1.29 million, reflecting increased trading volumes and customer engagement [5][12]. - Interest income increased by 83.8% to $0.96 million, supported by expanded margin financing to customers [5][12]. - Operating loss increased to $8.45 million from $0.92 million, primarily due to higher staff compensation and professional fees related to the IPO [5][8]. - Net loss rose to $8.37 million, or $0.17 per share, compared to a net loss of $1.15 million, or $0.03 per share, for the same period in 2024 [5][10][13]. - Adjusted net loss, excluding share-based compensation, was approximately $2.26 million, compared to $1.15 million in the prior year [11] . Cash and Assets - Cash and cash equivalents, plus cash segregated under regulatory requirements, increased by 115.0% to $29.88 million as of September 30, 2025, from $13.90 million as of March 31, 2025 [14]. - Total assets increased to $68.98 million from $30.72 million, reflecting business expansion [5][19]. Operating Costs - Total operating costs and expenses rose to $13.81 million from $3.88 million, mainly due to increased staff compensation and benefits [7][21]. - Compensation and benefits increased to $8.23 million from $1.47 million, driven by business expansion and share-based compensation expenses [12][21]. Other Financial Metrics - Total other expense, net increased to $0.66 million from $0.30 million, primarily due to changes in net asset value of investment securities [9][21]. - Net cash used in operating activities was $1.44 million, a decrease from $2.55 million in the prior year [18]. - Net cash provided by financing activities increased to $19.79 million, compared to net cash used of $1.90 million in the previous year, mainly due to IPO proceeds [18].