Biggest changeThe following table provides a reconciliation of net income to Adjusted EBITDA for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023: Year Ended December 31, 2024 2023 Consumer Commercial Consolidated Consumer Commercial Consolidated Adjusted EBITDA Reconciliation: Net income $ 16,341 $ 6,740,718 $ 6,757,059 $ 3,646,747 $ 3,500,705 $ 7,147,452 Addition (deduction): Depreciation and amortization 524,510 1,027,264 1,551,774 325,227 1,036,837 1,362,064 Other income (104,561) (933,121) (1,037,682) (83,806) (643,976) (727,782) Interest expense 228,792 218,591 447,383 192,393 270,808 463,201 Income tax expense 4,818 1,987,303 1,992,121 927,157 946,761 1,873,918 $ 669,900 $ 9,040,755 $ 9,710,655 $ 5,007,718 $ 5,111,135 $ 10,118,853 Net Cash Net Cash is defined as the difference between (i) cash and cash equivalents and (ii) the sum of debt obligations.
Biggest changeThe following table provides a reconciliation of net income to Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDAR for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024: Year Ended December 31, 2025 2024 Consumer Commercial Consolidated Consumer Commercial Consolidated Adjusted EBITDA Reconciliation: Net income $ 5,333,962 $ 9,263,016 $ 14,596,978 $ 16,341 $ 6,740,718 $ 6,757,059 Addition (deduction): Depreciation and amortization 791,966 1,074,623 1,866,589 524,510 1,027,264 1,551,774 Other income (352,295) (668,634) (1,020,929) (104,561) (933,121) (1,037,682) Interest expense 204,603 202,039 406,642 228,792 218,591 447,383 Income tax expense 1,491,422 2,634,818 4,126,240 4,818 1,987,303 1,992,121 $ 7,469,658 $ 12,505,862 $ 19,975,520 $ 669,900 $ 9,040,755 $ 9,710,655 Adjusted EBITDAR Reconciliation: Adjusted EBITDA $ 7,469,658 $ 12,505,862 $ 19,975,520 $ 669,900 $ 9,040,755 $ 9,710,655 Addition: Rent expense (1) 1,117,351 1,448,929 2,566,280 747,356 1,357,709 2,105,065 $ 8,587,009 $ 13,954,791 $ 22,541,800 $ 1,417,256 $ 10,398,464 $ 11,815,720 (1) The table below depicts the calculation of rent expense and reconciles rent expense to total lease cost, per ASC 842, the most directly comparable U.S.
Commercial Segment Our commercial segment specializes in the de-manufacturing of end-of-life electronic assets to reclaim commodities and other materials, while also engaging in the ITAD industry. The separated commodities, including metals, plastics, and glass, are sold to downstream processors where they are further processed and reintroduced into new products.
Commercial Segment Our commercial segment specializes in the de-manufacturing of end-of-life electronic assets to reclaim commodities and other materials, while also engaging in the ITAD and product returns industry. Separated commodities, including metals, plastics, and glass, are sold to downstream processors where they are further processed and reintroduced into new products.
Significant business activities within our reportable segments are detailed below: Consumer Segment Our consumer segment primarily operates in the jewelry industry, specializing in the online and brick-and-mortar sale of authenticated high-end luxury goods, including pre-owned fine jewelry, diamonds and gemstones, luxury watches, along with secondary market bullion.
Significant business activities within our reportable segments are detailed below: Consumer Segment Our consumer segment primarily operates in the jewelry industry, specializing in the online and brick-and-mortar sale of authenticated high-end luxury goods, including pre-owned fine jewelry, diamonds and gemstones, luxury watches, and secondary market bullion.
Factors that could cause or contribute to these differences include those discussed below and elsewhere in this Annual Report, particularly in the section titled “Risk Factors.” Our historical results are not necessarily indicative of the results that may be expected for any period in the future. Refer to Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements on page 4 for further details.
Factors that could cause or contribute to these differences include those discussed below and elsewhere in this Annual Report, particularly in the section titled “Risk Factors.” Our historical results are not necessarily indicative of the results that may be expected for any period in the future. 29 Table of Contents Refer to Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements on page 4 for further details.
QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK Not required because we are a “Smaller Reporting Company” as that term is defined in Rule 12b-2 promulgated under the Exchange Act. 36 Table of Contents
QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK Not required because we are a “Smaller Reporting Company” as that term is defined in Rule 12b-2 promulgated under the Exchange Act. 47 Table of Contents
These operating lease payments do not include certain tax, insurance, and maintenance costs, which are also required contractual obligations under some of our operating leases, but are generally not fixed and can fluctuate year to year.
These operating lease payments do not include certain taxes, insurance, and maintenance costs, which are also required contractual obligations under some of our operating leases, but are generally not fixed and can fluctuate year to year.
Any reference in this Annual Report to a “year-over-year” change is to the relevant comparison between activity from each twelve-month period ended December 31, 2024 and 2023.
Any reference in this Annual Report to a “year-over-year” change is to the relevant comparison between activity from each twelve-month period ended December 31, 2025 and 2024.
Our estimates are based on our historical experience and on various other factors that we believe are reasonable under the circumstances, the results of which form the basis for making judgments about the carrying value of assets and liabilities that are not readily apparent from other sources.
Our estimates are based on our historical experience and various other factors we believe are reasonable under the circumstances, and the results of which form the basis for judgments about the carrying value of assets and liabilities that are not readily determinable from other sources.
We incorporate recycled diamonds and gemstones into our new designs meaning they were previously set and unset, producing a low-carbon and ethical origin product. The Company caters to consumers seeking environmentally responsible options for engagement rings, wedding bands, and other fine jewelry at accessible prices.
We incorporate recycled diamonds and gemstones into our new designs, meaning they were 31 Table of Contents previously set and unset, producing a low-carbon and ethical origin product. The Company caters to consumers seeking environmentally responsible options for engagement rings, wedding bands, and other fine jewelry at accessible prices.
Prior year comparisons for 2023 and 2022, are included in “Part II. Item 7 – Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal years ended December 31, 2023 and 2022, which was filed with the SEC on March 21, 2024.
Prior year comparisons for 2024 and 2023, are included in “Part II. Item 7 – Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, which was filed with the SEC on March 26, 2025.
Refer to the aforementioned attributes discussed within the Comparison of Years Ended December 31, 2024 and 2023 for further details.
Refer to the aforementioned attributes discussed within the Comparison of Years Ended December 31, 2025 and 2024 for further details.
The Company continuously monitors its deployment of capital and primarily funds capital expenditures through cash flow from operating activities. Where appropriate the Company may use debt financing on select projects.
The Company continuously monitors its capital deployment and primarily funds capital expenditures with cash flow from operating activities. Where appropriate, the Company may use debt financing on select projects.
(2) Interest payments on notes payable are based on interest rates in effect as of December 31, 2024. As contractual interest rates and the amount of notes payable outstanding in variable in certain cases, actual cash payments may differ from the amounts provided.
(2) Interest payments on notes payable are based on interest rates in effect as of December 31, 2025. As contractual interest rates and the amount of notes payable outstanding vary in certain cases, actual cash payments may differ from the amounts provided.
Cost of goods sold as a percent of sales was 43.0% during the year ended December 31, 2024, as compared to 43.3% during the year ended December 31, 2023.
Cost of goods sold as a percent of sales was 35.8% during the year ended December 31, 2025, as compared to 43.0% during the year ended December 31, 2024.
Capital Resources Although the Company has access to a line of credit our primary source of liquidity and capital resources currently consists of cash generated from our operating activities. We do not anticipate the need to fund our operations via the line of credit and we do not have any amounts drawn as of December 31, 2024.
Capital Resources Although the Company has access to a line of credit, our primary source of liquidity and capital resources currently consists of cash generated from our operating activities. We do not anticipate needing to fund our operations through the use of our line of credit, and we have no amounts drawn as of December 31, 2025.
Currently, the Company has a deferred tax asset reflecting a future tax benefit that the Company expects to receive. The Company has a federal tax rate of approximately 21.0%, in addition to other state and local taxes, on net income. The effective income tax rate was 22.8% and 20.8% for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively.
Currently, the Company has a deferred tax liability reflecting a future obligation to pay taxes. The Company is subject to a federal tax rate of approximately 21.0% on net income, in addition to state and local taxes. The effective income tax rate was 22.0% and 22.8% for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024, respectively.
Refer to the aforementioned attributes discussed within the Comparison of Years Ended December 31, 2024 and 2023 for further details. Commercial Segment Net income increased in the commercial segment by $3,240,013, or 92.6%, during the year ended December 31, 2024 to $6,740,718, as compared to $3,500,705 during the same period in Fiscal 2023.
Refer to the aforementioned attributes discussed within the Comparison of Years Ended December 31, 2025 and 2024 for further details. Commercial Segment Net income increased in the commercial segment by $2,522,298, or 37.4%, during the year ended December 31, 2025 to $9,263,016, as compared to $6,740,718 during the same period in Fiscal 2024.
Critical Accounting Policies and Estimates Our discussion and analysis of our financial condition and results of operations is based on our financial statements, which have been prepared in accordance with United States Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (“U.S. GAAP”).
Critical Accounting Policies and Estimates Our discussion and analysis of our financial condition and results of operations are based on our financial statements, which have been prepared in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
Actual results may differ from these judgments and estimates under different assumptions or conditions and any such differences may be material. References to fiscal years herein are denoted with the word “Fiscal” and the associated year. See Note 3 – Accounting Policies and Estimates for further details.
Actual results may differ from these judgments and estimates under different assumptions or conditions, and any such differences may be material. See Note 3 – Accounting Policies and Estimates for further details.
GAAP Financial Measures Within this management discussion and analysis, we use supplemental measures of our performance, which are derived from our consolidated financial information, but which are not presented in our consolidated financial statements prepared in accordance with U.S. GAAP. We believe that providing these non-U.S. GAAP financial measures adds a meaningful presentation of our operating and financial performance.
Non-U.S. GAAP Financial Measures In this management discussion and analysis, we use supplemental measures of our financial performance derived from our consolidated financial information that are not presented in our consolidated financial statements prepared in accordance with U.S. GAAP. When evaluated in conjunction with U.S. GAAP financial measures, the Company believes that these non-U.S.
Refer to the aforementioned attributes discussed within the Comparison of Years Ended December 31, 2024 and 2023 for further details. Consumer Segment Net income decreased in the consumer segment by $3,630,406, or 99.6%, during the year ended December 31, 2024 to $16,341, as compared to $3,646,747 during the same period in Fiscal 2023.
Refer to the aforementioned attributes discussed within the Comparison of the Years Ended December 31, 2025 and 2024 for further details. 39 Table of Contents Consumer Segment Net income increased in the consumer segment by $5,317,621, or 32,541.6%, during the year ended December 31, 2025 to $5,333,962, as compared to $16,341 during the same period in Fiscal 2024.
Consumer Segment Cost of goods sold in the consumer segment increased by $822,487, or 0.7%, during the year ended December 31, 2024, to $114,587,598, as compared to $113,765,111 during the same period in Fiscal 2023.
Consumer Segment Cost of goods sold in the consumer segment increased by $55,205,691, or 48.2%, during the year ended December 31, 2025, to $169,793,289, as compared to $114,587,598 during the same period in Fiscal 2024.
Consumer Segment Gross margin in the consumer segment increased by $233,312, or 1.5%, during the year ended December 31, 2024, to $15,881,870, as compared to $15,648,558 during the same period in Fiscal 2023.
Consumer Segment Gross margin in the consumer segment increased by $7,042,380, or 44.3%, during the year ended December 31, 2025, to $22,924,250, as compared to $15,881,870 during the same period in Fiscal 2024.
When this occurs, the Company further evaluates future cash flows of the project to ensure the debt tenure and pay-back period are in alignment as well as the appropriateness of the rate of return. 35 Table of Contents Consumer Segment In Fiscal 2024, the consumer segment primarily expended capital in relation to store expansion.
When this occurs, the Company further evaluates the project's future cash flows to ensure the debt tenure and payback period are aligned, as well as the appropriateness of the rate of return. 46 Table of Contents Consumer Segment In Fiscal 2025, the consumer segment primarily expended capital on store expansion, albeit to a lesser degree, as only 1 store was opened during the year.
The net impact of the aforementioned increase in sales of $4,056,604 and increase in cost of goods sold of $1,630,659 resulted in the $2,425,945 increase in gross margin.
The net impact of the aforementioned decrease in sales of $1,602,938 and decrease in cost of goods sold of $4,169,764 resulted in the $2,566,826 increase in gross margin.
As to counterbalance economic cycles that impact market selling prices and/or underlying operating costs we adjust the inbound purchase price of commodity-based products, luxury hard assets, and resale technology. We continuously monitor our inventory positions and associated working capital to respond to market conditions and to meet seasonal business cycles and expansionary plans.
Furthermore, adverse macroeconomic conditions can also impact demand for the resale of personal technology assets. To counterbalance economic cycles that impact market selling prices and/or underlying operating costs, we adjust the inbound purchase price of commodity-based products, luxury hard assets, and resale technology.
Due to rounding, the percentages presented may not add up precisely to the totals provided. 27 Table of Contents The individual segments reported the following for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023: Sales Year Ended December 31, Change 2024 2023 Amount % Consolidated $ 180,376,229 $ 175,263,826 $ 5,112,403 2.9 % % of consolidated sales 100.0 % 100.0 % Consumer $ 130,469,468 $ 129,413,669 $ 1,055,799 0.8 % % of consumer sales 100.0 % 100.0 % Commercial $ 49,906,761 $ 45,850,157 $ 4,056,604 8.8 % % of commercial sales 100.0 % 100.0 % Consolidated Sales increased by $5,112,403, or 2.9%, during the year ended December 31, 2024, to $180,376,229, as compared to $175,263,826 during the same period in Fiscal 2023.
Due to rounding, the percentages presented may not add up precisely to the totals provided. 33 Table of Contents The individual segments reported the following for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024: Sales Year Ended December 31, Change 2025 2024 Amount % Consolidated $ 241,021,362 $ 180,376,229 $ 60,645,133 33.6 % % of consolidated sales 100.0 % 100.0 % Consumer $ 192,717,539 $ 130,469,468 $ 62,248,071 47.7 % % of consumer sales 100.0 % 100.0 % Commercial $ 48,303,823 $ 49,906,761 $ (1,602,938) (3.2) % % of commercial sales 100.0 % 100.0 % Consolidated Sales increased by $60,645,133, or 33.6%, during the year ended December 31, 2025, to $241,021,362, as compared to $180,376,229 during the same period in Fiscal 2024.
Introduction This section includes a discussion of our operations for the years ended December 31, 2024, and December 31, 2023. The following discussion and analysis provide information that management believes is relevant to an assessment and understanding of our financial condition and results of operations.
Introduction This management’s discussion and analysis provides comparisons of material changes in the consolidated financial statements for the years ended December 31, 2025, and December 31, 2024. The following discussion and analysis also provides information that management believes is relevant to the assessment and understanding of our results of operation, financial condition, liquidity, and capital resources.
We are proud of our role in supporting a circular economy through responsible reuse and recycling of electronic devices. Segment Activities The Company believes it is well-positioned to take advantage of its overall capital structure. Consumer Segment Our strategy is to expand the number of locations we operate by opening new locations throughout the U.S.
The Company offers services that manage the entire lifecycle of technology products to ensure data security, regulatory compliance, and environmental sustainability. We are proud of our role in supporting a circular economy through the responsible reuse and recycling of electronic devices. Segment Activities The Company believes it is well-positioned to take advantage of its overall capital structure.
Selling, General and Administrative Year Ended December 31, Change 2024 2023 Amount % Consolidated $ 34,605,132 $ 31,537,677 $ 3,067,455 9.7 % % of consolidated sales 19.2 % 18.0 % Consumer $ 15,211,970 $ 10,640,840 $ 4,571,130 43.0 % % of consumer sales 11.7 % 8.2 % Commercial $ 19,393,162 $ 20,896,837 $ (1,503,675) (7.2) % % of commercial sales 38.9 % 45.6 % Consolidated Selling, general and administrative expense increased by $3,067,455, or 9.7%, during the year ended December 31, 2024, to $34,605,132, as compared to $31,537,677 during the same period in Fiscal 2023. 30 Table of Contents Consumer Segment Selling, general and administrative expense in the consumer segment increased by $4,571,130, or 43.0%, during the year ended December 31, 2024, to $15,211,970, as compared to $10,640,840 during the same period in Fiscal 2023.
Selling, General and Administrative Year Ended December 31, Change 2025 2024 Amount % Consolidated $ 33,949,473 $ 34,605,132 $ (655,659) (1.9) % % of consolidated sales 14.1 % 19.2 % Consumer $ 15,454,592 $ 15,211,970 $ 242,622 1.6 % % of consumer sales 8.0 % 11.7 % Commercial $ 18,494,881 $ 19,393,162 $ (898,281) (4.6) % % of commercial sales 38.3 % 38.9 % Consolidated Selling, general and administrative expenses decreased by $655,659, or 1.9%, during the year ended December 31, 2025, to $33,949,473, as compared to $34,605,132 during the same period in Fiscal 2024.
Comparison of the Years Ended December 31, 2024 and 2023 The following table depicts our disaggregated consolidated statements of income for the years ended December 31, 2024 and 2023: Year Ended December 31, 2024 2023 Consumer Commercial Consolidated % of Sales (1) Consumer Commercial Consolidated % of Sales (1) Sales $ 130,469,468 $ 49,906,761 $ 180,376,229 100.0 % $ 129,413,669 $ 45,850,157 $ 175,263,826 100.0 % Cost of goods sold 114,587,598 21,472,844 136,060,442 75.4 % 113,765,111 19,842,185 133,607,296 76.2 % Gross margin 15,881,870 28,433,917 44,315,787 24.6 % 15,648,558 26,007,972 41,656,530 23.8 % Expenses: Selling, general and administrative 15,211,970 19,393,162 34,605,132 19.2 % 10,640,840 20,896,837 31,537,677 18.0 % Depreciation and amortization 524,510 1,027,264 1,551,774 0.9 % 325,227 1,036,837 1,362,064 0.8 % Total operating expenses 15,736,480 20,420,426 36,156,906 20.1 % 10,966,067 21,933,674 32,899,741 18.8 % Operating income 145,390 8,013,491 8,158,881 4.5 % 4,682,491 4,074,298 8,756,789 5.0 % Other income (expense): Other income 104,561 933,121 1,037,682 0.6 % 83,806 643,976 727,782 0.4 % Interest expense (228,792) (218,591) (447,383) (0.2) % (192,393) (270,808) (463,201) (0.3) % Income before income taxes 21,159 8,728,021 8,749,180 4.9 % 4,573,904 4,447,466 9,021,370 5.1 % Income tax expense (4,818) (1,987,303) (1,992,121) (1.1) % (927,157) (946,761) (1,873,918) (1.1) % Net income $ 16,341 $ 6,740,718 $ 6,757,059 3.8 % $ 3,646,747 $ 3,500,705 $ 7,147,452 4.1 % (1) The “% of Sales” figures present the proportion of each line item to the total consolidated sales for the respective period, which management believes is relevant to an assessment and understanding of our financial condition and results of operations.
Comparison of the Years Ended December 31, 2025 and 2024 The following table depicts our disaggregated consolidated statements of income for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024: Year Ended December 31, 2025 2024 Consumer Commercial Consolidated % of Sales (1) Consumer Commercial Consolidated % of Sales (1) Sales $ 192,717,539 $ 48,303,823 $ 241,021,362 100.0 % $ 130,469,468 $ 49,906,761 $ 180,376,229 100.0 % Cost of goods sold 169,793,289 17,303,080 187,096,369 77.6 % 114,587,598 21,472,844 136,060,442 75.4 % Gross margin 22,924,250 31,000,743 53,924,993 22.4 % 15,881,870 28,433,917 44,315,787 24.6 % Expenses: Selling, general and administrative 15,454,592 18,494,881 33,949,473 14.1 % 15,211,970 19,393,162 34,605,132 19.2 % Depreciation and amortization 791,966 1,074,623 1,866,589 0.8 % 524,510 1,027,264 1,551,774 0.9 % Total operating expenses 16,246,558 19,569,504 35,816,062 14.9 % 15,736,480 20,420,426 36,156,906 20.1 % Operating income 6,677,692 11,431,239 18,108,931 7.5 % 145,390 8,013,491 8,158,881 4.5 % Other income (expense): Other income 352,295 668,634 1,020,929 0.4 % 104,561 933,121 1,037,682 0.6 % Interest expense (204,603) (202,039) (406,642) (0.2) % (228,792) (218,591) (447,383) (0.2) % Income before income taxes 6,825,384 11,897,834 18,723,218 7.8 % 21,159 8,728,021 8,749,180 4.9 % Income tax expense (1,491,422) (2,634,818) (4,126,240) (1.7) % (4,818) (1,987,303) (1,992,121) (1.1) % Net income $ 5,333,962 $ 9,263,016 $ 14,596,978 6.1 % $ 16,341 $ 6,740,718 $ 6,757,059 3.8 % (1) The “% of Sales” figures present the proportion of each line item to the total consolidated sales for the respective period, which management believes is relevant to an assessment and understanding of our financial condition and results of operations.
Income Tax Expense Year Ended December 31, Change 2024 2023 Amount % Consolidated $ (1,992,121) $ (1,873,918) $ (118,203) 6.3 % % of consolidated sales (1.1) % (1.1) % Consumer $ (4,818) $ (927,157) $ 922,339 (99.5) % % of consumer sales 0.0 % (0.7) % Commercial $ (1,987,303) $ (946,761) $ (1,040,542) 109.9 % % of commercial sales (4.0) % (2.1) % Consolidated Income tax expense, for both segments, for the year ended December 31, 2024, was $1,992,121, an increase of $118,203, as compared to income tax expense of $1,873,918 for the year ended December 31, 2023.
Income Tax Expense Year Ended December 31, Change 2025 2024 Amount % Consolidated $ (4,126,240) $ (1,992,121) $ (2,134,119) 107.1 % % of consolidated sales (1.7) % (1.1) % Consumer $ (1,491,422) $ (4,818) $ (1,486,604) 30,855.2 % % of consumer sales (0.8) % 0.0 % Commercial $ (2,634,818) $ (1,987,303) $ (647,515) 32.6 % % of commercial sales (5.5) % (4.0) % Consolidated Income tax expense, for both segments, for the year ended December 31, 2025, was $4,126,240, an increase of $2,134,119, as compared to income tax expense of $1,992,121 for the year ended December 31, 2024.
Likewise, we continue to evaluate opportunities related to complementary product and service offerings for our stores and online business. Commercial Segment Our strategy is to expand both organically and through acquisitions. The Company has taken considerable steps to bolster its management team and operating systems to position itself for growth.
Consumer Segment Our strategy is to expand the number of locations we operate by opening new locations throughout the U.S. Likewise, we continue to evaluate opportunities related to complementary product and service offerings for our stores and online business. Commercial Segment Our strategy is to expand both organically and through acquisitions.
The impact on interest income is referenced below. Interest income comprised $2,304 and $77,936 of other income during the years ended December 31, 2024, and December 31, 2023, respectively.
Dividend income comprised $90,710 and $0 of other income during the years ended December 31, 2025, and December 31, 2024, respectively. Interest income comprised $165,105 and $2,304 of other income during the years ended December 31, 2025, and December 31, 2024, respectively.
Commercial Segment Interest expense in the commercial segment decreased by $52,217, or 19.3%, during the year ended December 31, 2024, to $218,591, as compared to $270,808 during the same period in Fiscal 2023. The change was primarily attributed to the impact of the allocation of corporate interest expense.
Commercial Segment Interest expense in the commercial segment decreased by $16,552, or 7.6%, during the year ended December 31, 2025, to $202,039, as compared to $218,591 during the same period in Fiscal 2024.
Financing Activities Cash flows (used in) financing activities increased by $276,123, or 8.1%, during the year ended December 31, 2024, to $3,675,086, as compared to $3,398,963 during the same period in Fiscal 2023.
Fiscal 2025 expenditures have primarily been related to improvements to our corporate headquarters and new stores. Financing Activities Cash flows (used in) financing activities increased by $111,366, or 3.0%, during the year ended December 31, 2025, to $3,786,452, as compared to $3,675,086 during the same period in Fiscal 2024.
ITAD services maximize the residual value of retired IT assets by adhering to a reuse-first philosophy and ensuring equipment is refurbished and re-marketed after data sanitization. The Company offers services that manage the entire lifecycle of technology products to ensure data security, regulatory compliance, and environmental sustainability.
ITAD services maximize the residual value of retired IT assets by adhering to a reuse-first philosophy and ensuring equipment is refurbished and re-marketed after data sanitization. Our product returns business reintroduces products back into the supply chain, creating another opportunity for the asset to be used.
Consumer Segment Depreciation and amortization expense in the consumer segment increased by $199,283, or 61.3%, during the year ended December 31, 2024, to $524,510, as compared to $325,227 during the same period in Fiscal 2023.
Consumer Segment Depreciation and amortization expense in the consumer segment increased by $267,456, or 51%, during the year ended December 31, 2025, to $791,966, as compared to $524,510 during the same period in Fiscal 2024. The change was primarily attributed to the depreciation of assets placed into service related to our new retail stores.
Consumer Segment Interest expense in the consumer segment increased by $36,399, or 18.9%, during the year ended December 31, 2024, to $228,792, as compared to $192,393 during the same period in Fiscal 2023. The change was primarily attributed to the impact of the allocation of corporate interest expense.
Consumer Segment Interest expense in the consumer segment decreased by $24,189, or 10.6%, during the year ended December 31, 2025, to $204,603, as compared to $228,792 during the same period in Fiscal 2024.
Interest income comprised $753,315 and $455,665 of other income during the years ended December 31, 2024, and December 31, 2023, respectively. 32 Table of Contents Interest Expense Year Ended December 31, Change 2024 2023 Amount % Consolidated $ (447,383) $ (463,201) $ 15,818 (3.4) % % of consolidated sales (0.2) % (0.3) % Consumer $ (228,792) $ (192,393) $ (36,399) 18.9 % % of consumer sales (0.2) % (0.1) % Commercial $ (218,591) $ (270,808) $ 52,217 (19.3) % % of commercial sales (0.4) % (0.6) % Consolidated Interest expense decreased by $15,818, or 3.4%, during the year ended December 31, 2024, to $447,383, as compared to $463,201 during the same period in Fiscal 2023.
Interest Expense Year Ended December 31, Change 2025 2024 Amount % Consolidated $ (406,642) $ (447,383) $ 40,741 (9.1) % % of consolidated sales (0.2) % (0.2) % Consumer $ (204,603) $ (228,792) $ 24,189 (10.6) % % of consumer sales (0.1) % (0.2) % Commercial $ (202,039) $ (218,591) $ 16,552 (7.6) % % of commercial sales (0.4) % (0.4) % Consolidated Interest expense decreased by $40,741, or 9.1%, during the year ended December 31, 2025, to $406,642, as compared to $447,383 during the same period in Fiscal 2024.
Commercial Segment Sales in the commercial segment increased by $4,056,604, or 8.8%, during the year ended December 31, 2024, to $49,906,761, as compared to $45,850,157 during the same period in Fiscal 2023.
Overall sales benefited from favorable supply flows when compared to the same period in Fiscal 2024. Commercial Segment Sales in the commercial segment decreased by $1,602,938, or 3.2%, during the year ended December 31, 2025, to $48,303,823, as compared to $49,906,761 during the same period in Fiscal 2024.
The change was primarily attributed to the relief of inventory associated with lower margin electronic scrap grades and revenue sharing, ITAD settlements, and incrementally from the relief of inventory associated with personal technology assets.
The change was primarily attributed to the aforementioned impact of fewer ITAD revenue-share settlements and, incrementally, to the recognition of costs associated with the sale of trade-in-related personal technology assets, which was partially offset by an increase in cost of goods sold from electronic scrap grades and associated recoveries.
There was no material impact from assets capitalized or reaching maturity in each comparative period and, as such, no discussion point. 31 Table of Contents Other Income (Expense) Year Ended December 31, Change 2024 2023 Amount % Consolidated $ 1,037,682 $ 727,782 $ 309,900 42.6 % % of consolidated sales 0.6 % 0.4 % Consumer $ 104,561 $ 83,806 $ 20,755 24.8 % % of consumer sales 0.1 % 0.1 % Commercial $ 933,121 $ 643,976 $ 289,145 44.9 % % of commercial sales 1.9 % 1.4 % Consolidated Other income increased by $309,900, or 42.6%, during the year ended December 31, 2024, to $1,037,682, as compared to $727,782 during the same period in Fiscal 2023.
Commercial Segment Depreciation and amortization expense in the commercial segment increased by $47,359, or 4.6%, during the year ended December 31, 2025, to $1,074,623, as compared to $1,027,264 during the same period in Fiscal 2024. There was no material impact from assets being capitalized or reaching maturity in each comparative period; as such, there was no discussion point.
See the reconciliation of net income to adjusted earnings before interest, tax, depreciation, and amortization (“Adjusted EBITDA”) and Net Cash, in Non-U.S. GAAP Financial Measures below. Adjusted EBITDA Adjusted EBITDA is defined as the sum of net income (loss) of the Company, adjusted for additions (deductions) of interest expense, other (income) expense, income tax expense (benefit), and depreciation and amortization.
Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDAR Adjusted EBITDA is defined as the sum of (i) net income (loss) of the Company, adjusted for additions (deductions) of (ii) interest expense, (iii) other (income) expense, (iv) income tax expense (benefit), and (v) depreciation and amortization. Management considers Adjusted EBITDA to be a key financial measure to assess our overall operating performance.
Commercial Segment Cost of goods sold in the commercial segment increased by $1,630,659, or 8.2%, during the year ended December 31, 2024, to $21,472,844, as compared to $19,842,185 during the same period in Fiscal 2023.
The change was primarily attributed to a greater impact from the recognition of costs associated with wholesale precious metals transactions. Commercial Segment Cost of goods sold in the commercial segment decreased by $4,169,764, or 19.4%, during the year ended December 31, 2025, to $17,303,080, as compared to $21,472,844 during the same period in Fiscal 2024.
Depreciation and Amortization Year Ended December 31, Change 2024 2023 Amount % Consolidated $ 1,551,774 $ 1,362,064 $ 189,710 13.9 % % of consolidated sales 0.9 % 0.8 % Consumer $ 524,510 $ 325,227 $ 199,283 61.3 % % of consumer sales 0.4 % 0.3 % Commercial $ 1,027,264 $ 1,036,837 $ (9,573) (0.9) % % of commercial sales 2.1 % 2.3 % Consolidated Depreciation and amortization expense increased by $189,710, or 13.9%, during the year ended December 31, 2024, to $1,551,774, as compared to $1,362,064 during the same period in Fiscal 2023.
We began diverting inbound asset flow before closure, and we fully absorbed the asset flow from the former Arizona ITAD facility into our Texas ITAD facility in the third quarter of Fiscal 2025. 36 Table of Contents Depreciation and Amortization Year Ended December 31, Change 2025 2024 Amount % Consolidated $ 1,866,589 $ 1,551,774 $ 314,815 20.3 % % of consolidated sales 0.8 % 0.9 % Consumer $ 791,966 $ 524,510 $ 267,456 51.0 % % of consumer sales 0.4 % 0.4 % Commercial $ 1,074,623 $ 1,027,264 $ 47,359 4.6 % % of commercial sales 2.2 % 2.1 % Consolidated Depreciation and amortization expense increased by $314,815, or 20.3%, during the year ended December 31, 2025, to $1,866,589, as compared to $1,551,774 during the same period in Fiscal 2024.
Consumer Segment Sales in the consumer segment increased by $1,055,799, or 0.8%, during the year ended December 31, 2024, to $130,469,468, as compared to $129,413,669 during the same period in Fiscal 2023.
Consumer Segment Selling, general and administrative expenses in the consumer segment increased by $242,622, or 1.6%, during the year ended December 31, 2025, to $15,454,592, as compared to $15,211,970 during the same period in Fiscal 2024.
Commercial Segment Other income in the commercial segment increased by $289,145, or 44.9%, during the year ended December 31, 2024, to $933,121, as compared to $643,976 during the same period in Fiscal 2023.
In aggregate, cash balances were higher in Fiscal 2025, resulting in greater overall dividend and interest income for the Company. Commercial Segment Other income in the commercial segment decreased by $264,487, or 28.3%, during the year ended December 31, 2025, to $668,634, as compared to $933,121 during the same period in Fiscal 2024.
Electronic scrap grade sales were primarily impacted by inbound material flows from a single customer’s shipping schedule in the fourth quarter of Fiscal 2024. 28 Table of Contents Cost of Goods Sold Year Ended December 31, Change 2024 2023 Amount % Consolidated $ 136,060,442 $ 133,607,296 $ 2,453,146 1.8 % % of consolidated sales 75.4 % 76.2 % Consumer $ 114,587,598 $ 113,765,111 $ 822,487 0.7 % % of consumer sales 87.8 % 87.9 % Commercial $ 21,472,844 $ 19,842,185 $ 1,630,659 8.2 % % of commercial sales 43.0 % 43.3 % Consolidated Cost of goods sold increased by $2,453,146, or 1.8%, during the year ended December 31, 2024, to $136,060,442, as compared to $133,607,296 during the same period in Fiscal 2023.
Cost of Goods Sold Year Ended December 31, Change 2025 2024 Amount % Consolidated $ 187,096,369 $ 136,060,442 $ 51,035,927 37.5 % % of consolidated sales 77.6 % 75.4 % Consumer $ 169,793,289 $ 114,587,598 $ 55,205,691 48.2 % % of consumer sales 88.1 % 87.8 % Commercial $ 17,303,080 $ 21,472,844 $ (4,169,764) (19.4) % % of commercial sales 35.8 % 43.0 % 34 Table of Contents Consolidated Cost of goods sold increased by $51,035,927, or 37.5%, during the year ended December 31, 2025, to $187,096,369, as compared to $136,060,442 during the same period in Fiscal 2024.
Commercial Segment Selling, general and administrative expense in the commercial segment decreased by $1,503,675, or 7.2%, during the year ended December 31, 2024, to $19,393,162, as compared to $20,896,837 during the same period in Fiscal 2023. The change was primarily attributed to the operational focus on human capital costs and processing efficiencies at our production facilities during Fiscal 2024.
Commercial Segment Selling, general and administrative expenses in the commercial segment decreased by $898,281, or 4.6%, during the year ended December 31, 2025, to $18,494,881, as compared to $19,393,162 during the same period in Fiscal 2024.
Economic Conditions The U.S. and other world economies are currently experiencing high interest rates and high levels of inflation, coupled with commodity price risk, mainly associated with variations in the market price of precious metals and diamonds which have the potential to impact consumer discretionary spending behavior. Furthermore, adverse macroeconomic conditions can also impact demand for resale technology assets.
In future fiscal periods, the impact of OBBBA is contingent on the continued election of bonus depreciation and the amount of qualifying assets acquired by the Company. 30 Table of Contents Impacts of High Interest Rates and Inflation The U.S. and other global economies are currently experiencing high interest rates and elevated inflation, coupled with commodity price risk, mainly associated with fluctuations in the market prices of precious metals and diamonds, which could affect consumer discretionary spending.
Commercial Segment Gross margin in the commercial segment increased by $2,425,945, or 9.3%, during the year ended December 31, 2024, to $28,433,917, as compared to $26,007,972 during the same period in Fiscal 2023.
The net impact of the aforementioned increase in sales of $62,248,071 and increase in cost of goods sold of $55,205,691 resulted in the $7,042,380 increase in gross margin. 35 Table of Contents Commercial Segment Gross margin in the commercial segment increased by $2,566,826, or 9.0%, during the year ended December 31, 2025, to $31,000,743, as compared to $28,433,917 during the same period in Fiscal 2024.
In the fourth quarter of 2024 the commercial segment experienced stronger margins on the sale of personal technology assets that moved its cost of goods sold as a percent of sales into a favorable variance for the year ended December 31, 2024. 29 Table of Contents Gross Margin Year Ended December 31, Change 2024 2023 Amount % Consolidated $ 44,315,787 $ 41,656,530 $ 2,659,257 6.4 % % of consolidated sales 24.6 % 23.8 % Consumer $ 15,881,870 $ 15,648,558 $ 233,312 1.5 % % of consumer sales 12.2 % 12.1 % Commercial $ 28,433,917 $ 26,007,972 $ 2,425,945 9.3 % % of commercial sales 57.0 % 56.7 % Consolidated Gross margin increased by $2,659,257, or 6.4%, during the year ended December 31, 2024, to $44,315,787, as compared to $41,656,530 during the same period in Fiscal 2023.
Gross Margin Year Ended December 31, Change 2025 2024 Amount % Consolidated $ 53,924,993 $ 44,315,787 $ 9,609,206 21.7 % % of consolidated sales 22.4 % 24.6 % Consumer $ 22,924,250 $ 15,881,870 $ 7,042,380 44.3 % % of consumer sales 11.9 % 12.2 % Commercial $ 31,000,743 $ 28,433,917 $ 2,566,826 9.0 % % of commercial sales 64.2 % 57.0 % Consolidated Gross margin increased by $9,609,206, or 21.7%, during the year ended December 31, 2025, to $53,924,993, as compared to $44,315,787 during the same period in Fiscal 2024.
Our production facilities are capable of managing the expansion of existing relationships and consolidation of acquisition targets within relative geographic proximity into our existing facilities. Changes in Disclosure of Results of Operations The Company previously disaggregated revenue and gross margin by resale and recycle for each segment within the results of operations.
Our processing facilities are capable of managing the expansion of existing relationships and consolidation of acquisition targets within relative geographic proximity into our existing facilities. 32 Table of Contents Results of Operations The results of operations should be read in conjunction with our financial statements and notes included elsewhere in the Annual Report.
Differences between our effective income tax rate and the U.S. federal statutory rate are the result of state taxes and non-deductible expenses, as was the Company’s case for the increase for the year ended December 31, 2024, compared to the year ended December 31, 2023. 33 Table of Contents Net Income Year Ended December 31, Change 2024 2023 Amount % Consolidated $ 6,757,059 $ 7,147,452 $ (390,393) (5.5) % % of consolidated sales 3.7 % 4.1 % Consumer $ 16,341 $ 3,646,747 $ (3,630,406) (99.6) % % of consumer sales 0.0 % 2.8 % Commercial $ 6,740,718 $ 3,500,705 $ 3,240,013 92.6 % % of commercial sales 13.5 % 7.6 % Consolidated Net income decreased by $390,393, or 5.5%, during the year ended December 31, 2024 to $6,757,059, as compared to $7,147,452 during the same period in Fiscal 2023.
Net Income Year Ended December 31, Change 2025 2024 Amount % Consolidated $ 14,596,978 $ 6,757,059 $ 7,839,919 116.0 % % of consolidated sales 6.1 % 3.7 % Consumer $ 5,333,962 $ 16,341 $ 5,317,621 32,541.6 % % of consumer sales 2.8 % 0.0 % Commercial $ 9,263,016 $ 6,740,718 $ 2,522,298 37.4 % % of commercial sales 19.2 % 13.5 % Consolidated Net income increased by $7,839,919, or 116%, during the year ended December 31, 2025 to $14,596,978, as compared to $6,757,059 during the same period in Fiscal 2024.
The increase in cash (used in) financing activities during the year ended December 31, 2024, was primarily due to our share buyback plan as principal payments on debt were in relative parity.
The increase in cash (used in) financing activities during the year ended December 31, 2025, was primarily attributed to a greater use of cash in the repayment of two notes payable in Fiscal 2025, while cash utilized in Fiscal 2024 was primarily attributed to share buybacks, which were substantially less in Fiscal 2025.
The increase in cash (used in) investing activities during the year ended December 31, 2024, was primarily attributed to the purchase of property and equipment, including real estate associated with one of our Arizona stores, the build-out of our Arizona and Texas stores, the purchase of production assets within our commercial recycling business, and the continued development of intangible assets associated with our enterprise resource planning system.
The decrease in cash (used in) investing activities during the year ended December 31, 2025, was primarily impacted by more significant capital being deployed on ERP development, new store buildouts, and an associated real estate purchase for one of our Arizona locations in the same period in Fiscal 2024.
The change was primarily attributed to the product mix that was relieved during the fourth quarter of Fiscal 2024 as our costs of goods sold as a percent of sales for the nine months ended September 30, 2024 had been unfavorable to the same period in Fiscal 2023.
The change was primarily attributed to the aforementioned higher sales volumes and the upward movement of gold and silver prices compared to the same period in Fiscal 2024. Cost of goods sold as a percent of sales was 88.1% during the year ended December 31, 2025, as compared to 87.8% during the year ended December 31, 2024.
Commercial Segment Depreciation and amortization expense in the commercial segment decreased by $9,573, or 0.9%, during the year ended December 31, 2024, to $1,027,264, as compared to $1,036,837 during the same period in Fiscal 2023.
Other Income (Expense) Year Ended December 31, Change 2025 2024 Amount % Consolidated $ 1,020,929 $ 1,037,682 $ (16,753) (1.6) % % of consolidated sales 0.4 % 0.6 % Consumer $ 352,295 $ 104,561 $ 247,734 236.9 % % of consumer sales 0.2 % 0.1 % Commercial $ 668,634 $ 933,121 $ (264,487) (28.3) % % of commercial sales 1.4 % 1.9 % Consolidated Other income decreased by $16,753, or 1.6%, during the year ended December 31, 2025, to $1,020,929, as compared to $1,037,682 during the same period in Fiscal 2024. 37 Table of Contents Consumer Segment Other income in the consumer segment increased by $247,734, or 236.9%, during the year ended December 31, 2025, to $352,295, as compared to $104,561 during the same period in Fiscal 2024.
In Fiscal 2025, we will look to optimize the performance of our new retail stores along with identifying new market opportunities. The Company believes it has the liquidity and capital resources to fund capital outlays of the aforementioned.
In Fiscal 2024, the consumer segment primarily expended capital on the opening of 5 stores. The Company believes it has the liquidity and capital resources to fund future capital outlays associated with maintaining its asset base and strategic initiatives. Commercial Segment In Fiscal 2025, the commercial segment primarily expended capital on facility-related items.
These economic cycles may from time to time require the business to utilize its line of credit or seek additional capital. 24 Table of Contents There can be no assurance that the measures we have adopted will be successful in mitigating the aforementioned risks.
We continuously monitor our inventory positions and associated working capital to respond to market conditions and to meet seasonal business cycles and expansionary plans. These economic cycles may, from time to time, require the business to use its line of credit or seek additional capital.
Commercial Segment In Fiscal 2024, the commercial segment primarily expended capital in relation to production assets and was the primary beneficiary of our capital spend associated with our enterprise resource planning system. In Fiscal 2025, we will look to identify opportunities for growth of service offerings, evaluate expansion, and maintain our production assets.
In Fiscal 2024, the commercial segment primarily expended capital on processing assets and was the primary beneficiary of our ERP system capital spend. The Company believes it has the liquidity and capital resources to fund future capital outlays to maintain its asset base and pursue strategic initiatives.
Earnings Per Share Year Ended December 31, Change 2024 2023 Amount % Consolidated $ 0.26 $ 0.27 $ (0.01) (3.7) % Consolidated Basic and diluted earnings per share attributable to holders of our Common Stock decreased by $0.01, or 3.7%, during the year ended December 31, 2024 to $0.26, as compared to $0.27 during the same period in Fiscal 2023. 34 Table of Contents Liquidity and Capital Resources The following table summarizes the Company’s consolidated statements of cash flows: Year Ended December 31, Change 2024 2023 Amount % Net cash provided by (used in): Operating activities $ 10,190,640 $ 5,842,708 $ 4,347,932 74.4 % Investing activities (3,760,404) (1,759,861) (2,000,543) 113.7 % Financing activities (3,675,086) (3,398,963) (276,123) 8.1 % Net increase in cash and cash equivalents $ 2,755,150 $ 683,884 $ 2,071,266 302.9 % Operating Activities Cash flows provided by operations increased by $4,347,932, or 74.4%, during the year ended December 31, 2024, to $10,190,640, as compared to $5,842,708 during the same period in Fiscal 2023.
Earnings Per Share Year Ended December 31, Change 2025 2024 Amount % Consolidated $ 0.56 $ 0.26 $ 0.30 115.4 % Consolidated Basic and diluted earnings per share attributable to holders of our Common Stock increased by $0.30, or 115.4%, during the year ended December 31, 2025 to $0.56, as compared to $0.26 during the same period in Fiscal 2024.