Live Ventures Reports Fiscal Second Quarter 2026 Financial Results

LAS VEGAS, May 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Live Ventures Incorporated (Nasdaq: LIVE) (“Live Ventures” or the “Company”), a diversified holding company, today announced financial results for its fiscal second quarter ended March 31, 2026. 

Fiscal Second Quarter 2026 Key Highlights:

• Revenue was $102.9 million, compared to $107.0 million in the prior-year period
• Gross margin increased 80 basis points to 33.6%, compared to 32.8% in the prior-year period
• Operating loss was $2.0 million, compared to operating income of $2.1 million in the prior-year period.
  • Excluding a non-cash goodwill impairment charge of approximately $4.0 million in the Steel Manufacturing segment, the fiscal second quarter 2026 operating income would have been approximately $2.0 million
• Net loss was $2.4 million and diluted loss per share was $0.80, compared to net income of $15.9 million and diluted earnings per share (“EPS”) of $5.05 in the prior-year period.
  • Current-year period results include a non-cash goodwill impairment charge of approximately $4.0 million in the Steel Manufacturing segment and a $1.4 million gain on Employee Retention Credits in the Retail-Flooring segment.
  • Prior-year period results benefited from a $22.8 million gain related to the modification of the Flooring Liquidators, Inc. (“Flooring Liquidators”) seller note
• Adjusted EBITDA¹ was $5.9 million, compared to $6.4 million in the prior-year period
• Total assets were $392.5 million, and stockholders’ equity was $92.9 million as of March 31, 2026
• Approximately $39.8 million in cash and availability under the Company’s credit facilities as of March 31, 2026

“Our Retail-Entertainment and Flooring Manufacturing segments delivered strong operating income growth of 32.8% and 24.0%, respectively. These gains were offset by continued macroeconomic headwinds in the new-home construction and home-refurbishment markets, which negatively impacted our Retail-Flooring segment, as well as by a non-cash goodwill impairment charge of approximately $4.0 million in our Steel Manufacturing segment. Consolidated operating income before the non-cash goodwill charge would have been approximately $2.0 million, essentially in line with the prior-year period,” said David Verret, Chief Financial Officer of Live Ventures.

“This quarter demonstrated both the resilience of our business model and the ongoing challenges in the Retail-Flooring market. We are focused on reducing costs and improving operations across our businesses, and we are pleased with the operating improvements in our Retail-Entertainment and Flooring Manufacturing segments. We remain committed to building on that progress in the second half of the fiscal year while driving further efficiencies in our Retail-Flooring business,” commented Jon Isaac, President and Chief Executive Officer of Live Ventures.

¹ Adjusted EBITDA is a non-GAAP measure. A reconciliation of the non-GAAP measures is included below.

Revenue decreased approximately $4.1 million, or 3.8%, to $102.9 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2026, compared to $107.0 million in the prior-year period. The decrease primarily reflects a decline of approximately $7.2 million in the Retail-Flooring segment, partially offset by an increase of approximately $2.7 million in the Retail-Entertainment segment.

Gross profit decreased approximately $0.6 million, or 1.6%, to $34.6 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2026, compared to $35.1 million in the prior-year period, driven primarily by lower revenues in the Retail-Flooring segment. Gross margin increased 80 basis points to 33.6%, compared to 32.8% in the prior-year period, reflecting improved margins in the Steel Manufacturing, Flooring Manufacturing, and Retail – Flooring segments as well as a more favorable revenue mix, as the higher-margin Retail-Entertainment segment represented a larger share of consolidated revenue.

Operating loss was $2.0 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2026, compared to operating income of $2.1 million in the prior-year period, representing a $4.1 million year-over-year decrease. The decrease was primarily driven by a non-cash goodwill impairment charge of $4.0 million in the Steel Manufacturing segment and lower revenues in the Retail-Flooring segment, partially offset by improved operational performance in the Retail-Entertainment, Flooring Manufacturing, and Corporate and Other segments. Excluding a non-cash goodwill impairment charge, consolidated operating income would have been approximately $2.0 million, compared to $2.1 million in the prior-year period.

For the quarter ended March 31, 2026, net loss was approximately $2.4 million, and diluted loss per share was $0.80, compared to net income of approximately $15.9 million and diluted EPS of $5.05 in the prior-year period. The net loss for the quarter ended March 31, 2026, includes a non-cash goodwill impairment charge of approximately $4.0 million in the Steel Manufacturing segment and a $1.4 million gain on Employee Retention Credits in the Retail-Flooring segment. The prior-year period benefited from a $22.8 million gain related to the modification of the Flooring Liquidators’ seller note.

Adjusted EBITDA¹ for the quarter ended March 31, 2026, was approximately $5.9 million, a decrease of $0.6 million, or 8.8%, compared to $6.4 million in the prior-year period. The decrease in Adjusted EBITDA¹ was primarily due to lower gross profit.

As of March 31, 2026, the Company had total cash availability of approximately $39.8 million, consisting of $15.2 million in cash on hand and $24.6 million available under its various lines of credit.

Second Quarter Fiscal Year 2026 Segment Results (in thousands)

Retail – Entertainment

Retail-Entertainment segment revenue for the quarter ended March 31, 2026 was $21.2 million, an increase of approximately $2.7 million, or 14.8%, compared to $18.5 million in the prior-year period. The revenue growth was driven by strong consumer demand across all product lines. Gross margin for the quarter decreased to 57.9%, from 59.1% in the prior-year period, reflecting a shift in the sales mix toward new products, which typically have lower margins. Operating income for the quarter ended March 31, 2026 was $3.3 million compared to y $2.5 million in the prior-year period. Strong revenue growth and disciplined management of general and administrative expenses drove the improvement in operating results.

Retail – Flooring

Retail-Flooring segment revenue for the quarter ended March 31, 2026 was $20.2 million, a decrease of approximately $7.2 million, or 26.2%, compared to $27.4 million in the prior-year period. The decline was primarily driven by lower retail and contractor sales due to the continued headwinds in the new-home construction and home-refurbishment markets. Gross margin for the quarter was 34.9%, compared to 34.4% in the prior-year period. The increase was primarily due to sales mix. Operating loss for the quarter ended March 31, 2026 was $4.6 million, compared to an operating loss of $2.7 million in the prior-year period. The increase in operating loss was driven mainly by lower revenue and gross profit, partially offset by lower general and administrative expenses resulting from cost-reduction initiatives implemented during fiscal year 2025.

Flooring Manufacturing

Flooring Manufacturing segment revenue for the quarter ended March 31, 2026 was $30.3 million, a decrease of approximately $1.0 million, or 3.2%, compared to $31.3 million in the prior-year period. The decline was primarily attributable to reduced demand in the new-home construction and home-refurbishment markets. Net of intercompany eliminations, revenue decreased approximately $0.6 million compared to the prior-year period. Gross margin for the quarter increased to 26.9%, compared to 26.5% in the prior-year period. The increase in gross margin was primarily due to improved manufacturing efficiency. Operating income for the quarter ended March 31, 2026 was $2.0 million, compared to $1.6 million for the prior-year period. The increase in operating income was primarily due to improved gross margins and lower operating expenses resulting from cost-reduction initiatives.

Steel Manufacturing

Steel Manufacturing segment revenue for the quarter ended March 31, 2026 was $32.5 million, an increase of approximately $1.1 million, or 3.4%, compared to $31.5 million in the prior-year period. The increase in revenue was primarily driven by higher sales volumes in the fabricated, hardened wear, and tool and die businesses, partially offset by lower revenue in the metal forming, assembly, and finishing solutions business. Net of intercompany eliminations, revenue increased approximately $0.9 million compared to the prior-year period. Gross margin was 22.1% for the quarter, compared to 21.0% for the prior-year period. The increase in gross margin was primarily due to a more favorable sales mix. Operating loss was $1.7 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2026 compared to operating income of $2.2 million in the prior-year period, representing a $3.9 million year-over-year decrease. The decrease was primarily driven by a non-cash goodwill impairment charge of a$4.0 million related to PMW.

Corporate and Other

Corporate and Other segment operating loss was $0.9 million and $1.3 million for the quarters ended March 31, 2026, and 2025, respectively. The reduction in operating loss was primarily attributable to lower corporate expenses, including compensation and professional fees.

Revenue decreased approximately $7.1 million, or 3.2%, to $211.4 million for the six months ended March 31, 2026, compared to revenue of $218.5 million in the prior-year period. Net of intercompany sales eliminations, the decrease primarily reflects a decline of approximately $12.2 million in the Retail-Flooring, Flooring Manufacturing, and Steel Manufacturing segments, partially offset by an increase of approximately $5.1 million in the Retail-Entertainment segment.

Gross profit decreased by approximately $0.6 million, or 0.8%, to approximately $69.9 million for the six months ended March 31, 2026, compared to $70.5 million in the prior-year period, primarily due to lower revenue in the Retail-Flooring segment. Gross margin increased 80 basis points to 33.1%, compared to 32.3% in the prior-year period, reflecting improved operating efficiencies in the Flooring Manufacturing and Steel Manufacturing segments, as well as a more favorable revenue mix, as the higher-margin Retail-Entertainment segment represented a larger share of consolidated revenue.

Operating income decreased $1.4 million, or 49.5%, to $1.4 million for the six months ended March 31, 2026, compared to operating income of $2.9 million in the prior-year period. The decrease was primarily driven by a non-cash goodwill impairment charge of $4.0 million in the Steel Manufacturing segment and lower revenue in the Retail-Flooring segment, partially offset by improved operations in the Retail-Entertainment, Flooring Manufacturing, and Corporate and Other segments.

For the six months ended March 31, 2026, net loss was approximately $2.5 million, and diluted loss per share was $0.82, compared to net income of approximately $16.4 million and diluted EPS of $5.20 in the prior-year period. The net loss for the six months ended March 31, 2026, includes a non-cash goodwill impairment charge of approximately $4.0 million in the Steel Manufacturing segment and a $1.4 million gain on Employee Retention Credits in the Retail-Flooring segment. The prior-year period benefited from a $22.8 million gain related to the modification of the Flooring Liquidators’ seller note, an approximately $2.8 million gain related to the settlement of the earnout liability from the PMW acquisition, and an approximately $0.7 million gain from the settlement of PMW seller notes.

Adjusted EBITDA¹ for the six months ended March 31, 2026, was approximately $13.7 million, an increase of $1.5 million, or 12.2%, compared to $12.2 million in the prior-year period. Adjusted EBITDA¹ increased despite lower operating income, reflecting lower operating expenses and the exclusion of a non-cash impairment charge.

Six Months FY 2026 Segment Results (in thousands)

Retail – Entertainment

Retail-Entertainment segment revenue for the six months ended March 31, 2026 was $44.8 million, an increase of approximately $5.1 million, or 12.8%, compared to $39.7 million in the prior-year period. The revenue growth was driven by strong consumer demand across all product lines. Gross margin for the six months ended March 31, 2026 was 57.7%, essentially flat compared to 57.8% in the prior-year period. Operating income for the six months ended March 31, 2026 was $8.0 million compared to $5.9 million in the prior-year period. Strong revenue growth and disciplined management of general and administrative expenses drove continued improvement in operating results.

Retail – Flooring

Retail Flooring segment revenue for the six months ended March 31, 2026 was $45.5 million, a decrease of approximately $13.6 million, or 23.0%, compared to $59.1 million in the prior-year period. The decline was primarily driven by lower retail and contractor sales due to the continued headwinds in the new-home construction and home-refurbishment markets. Gross margin for the six months ended March 31, 2026 was 33.1%, compared to 35.9% in the prior-year period. The decrease in gross margin was primarily due to a less favorable overall product mix. Operating loss for the six months ended March 31, 2026 was $8.3 million, compared to an operating loss of $4.9 million in the prior-year period. The increase in operating loss was driven mainly by lower revenue and gross margin, partially offset by reduced operating expenses resulting from cost-reduction initiatives implemented during fiscal year 2025.

Flooring Manufacturing

Flooring Manufacturing segment revenue for the six months ended March 31, 2026 was $59.1 million, a decrease of approximately $1.3 million, or 2.2%, compared to $60.5 million in the prior-year period. The decline was primarily attributable to reduced demand in the new-home construction and home-refurbishment markets. Net of intercompany eliminations, revenue increased approximately $1.3 million compared to the prior‑year period. Gross margin for the six months ended March 31, 2026 increased to 26.0% from 24.1% in the prior‑year period, primarily due to improved manufacturing efficiency. Operating income for the six months ended March 31, 2026, was $4.3 million, an increase of 92.0%, compared to $2.2 million for the prior-year period. The improvement in operating income reflects the combined impact of higher gross margins and the ongoing benefits of cost‑reduction actions implemented across the segment.

Steel Manufacturing

Steel Manufacturing segment revenue for the six months ended March 31, 2026 was $64.4 million, a decrease of approximately $0.4 million, or 0.6%, compared to $64.8 million in the prior-year period. The decline in revenue was primarily attributable to lower sales in the metal forming, assembly, and finishing solutions business, partially offset by increased sales volumes in the fabricated, hardened wear, and tool and die businesses. Net of intercompany sales eliminations, revenue increased approximately $0.2 million compared to the prior-year period. Gross margin increased to 21.0% for the six months ended March 31, 2026, compared to 19.4% for the prior-year period. The increase in gross margin was primarily due to a more favorable sales mix. Operating loss for the six months ended March 31, 2026 was $50,000, compared to operating income of $3.4 million in the prior-year period, a decrease of approximately $3.3 million driven primarily by a non-cash goodwill impairment charge of approximately $4.0 million related to PMW.

Corporate and Other

Corporate and Other segment operating loss was $2.1 million and $2.9 million for the six months ended March 31, 2026, and 2025, respectively. The reduction in operating loss was primarily attributable to lower corporate expenses, including compensation and professional fees.

Non-GAAP Financial Information

Adjusted EBITDA

We evaluate the performance of our operations based on financial measures, such as “Adjusted EBITDA,” which is a non-GAAP financial measure. We define Adjusted EBITDA as net income (loss) before interest expense, interest income, income taxes, depreciation, amortization, stock-based compensation, and other non-cash or nonrecurring charges. We believe that Adjusted EBITDA is an important indicator of the operational strength and performance of the business, including the business’s ability to fund acquisitions and other capital expenditures and to service its debt. Additionally, this measure is used by management to evaluate operating results and perform analytical comparisons and identify strategies to improve performance. Adjusted EBITDA is also a measure that is customarily used by financial analysts to evaluate a company’s financial performance, subject to certain adjustments. Adjusted EBITDA does not represent cash flows from operations, as defined by generally accepted accounting principles (“GAAP”), should not be construed as an alternative to net income or loss, and is indicative neither of our results of operations, nor of cash flow available to fund our cash needs. It is, however, a measurement that the Company believes is useful to investors in analyzing its operating performance. Accordingly, Adjusted EBITDA should be considered in addition to, but not as a substitute for, net income, cash flow provided by operating activities, and other measures of financial performance prepared in accordance with GAAP. As companies often define non-GAAP financial measures differently, Adjusted EBITDA, as calculated by Live Ventures Incorporated, should not be compared to any similarly titled measures reported by other companies.

Forward-Looking and Cautionary Statements

The use of the word “Company” refers to Live Ventures and its wholly owned subsidiaries. Certain statements in this press release contain or may suggest “forward-looking” information within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, each as amended, that are intended to be covered by the “safe harbor” created by those sections. Words such as “will,” “expects,” “anticipates,” “future,” “intends,” “plans,” “believes,” “estimates,” and similar statements are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Live Ventures may also make forward-looking statements in its periodic reports filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on Forms 10-K and 10-Q, Current Reports on Form 8-K, in its annual report to stockholders, in press releases and other written materials, and in oral statements made by its officers and directors to third parties. There can be no assurance that such statements will prove to be accurate and there are a number of important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed in any forward-looking statements made by the Company, including, but not limited to, plans and objectives of management for future operations or products, the market acceptance or future success of our products, and our future financial performance. The Company cautions that these forward-looking statements are further qualified by other factors including, but not limited to, those set forth in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2025. Additionally, new risk factors emerge from time to time, and it is not possible for us to predict all such risk factors, or to assess the impact such risk factors might have on our business. Live Ventures undertakes no obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statements whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

About Live Ventures Incorporated

Live Ventures is a diversified holding company with a strategic focus on value-oriented acquisitions of domestic middle-market companies. Live Ventures’ acquisition strategy is sector-agnostic and focuses on well-run, closely held businesses with a demonstrated track record of earnings growth and cash flow generation. The Company seeks opportunities to partner with management teams of its acquired businesses to build increased stockholder value through a disciplined buy-build-hold long-term focused strategy. Live Ventures was founded in 1968. In late 2011, Jon Isaac, Chief Executive Officer and strategic investor, joined the Company’s Board of Directors and later refocused it into a diversified holding company. The Company’s current portfolio of diversified operating subsidiaries includes companies in the textile, flooring, tools, steel, and entertainment industries.

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Adjusted EBITDA 

The following table provides a reconciliation of Net (loss) income to total Adjusted EBITDA¹ for the periods indicated (dollars in thousands):