Biggest changeResults of Operations Comparison of the Twelve Months Ended September 30, 2024 and 2023 The following table summarizes certain aspects of our results of operations for the twelve months ended September 30, 2024 compared to the twelve months ended September 30, 2023 ( in thousands, except percentages ): Twelve Months Ended September 30, Percentage of Total Revenue Increase (Decrease) 2024 2023 2024 2023 $ % Revenue Software and hardware $ 81,872 $ 88,374 48 % 51 % (6,502) (7) % Services and other 90,211 84,178 52 % 49 % 6,033 7 % Total revenue $ 172,083 $ 172,552 100 % 100 % (469) — % Cost of revenue (exclusive of depreciation & amortization) 24,395 22,951 14 % 13 % 1,444 6 % Selling and marketing 40,769 40,551 24 % 24 % 218 1 % Research and development 34,642 28,988 20 % 17 % 5,654 20 % General and administrative 52,993 43,338 31 % 25 % 9,655 22 % Amortization and acquisition-related costs 15,291 19,046 9 % 11 % (3,755) (20) % Restructuring costs 1,762 2,114 1 % 1 % (352) (17) % Interest expense 9,259 9,063 5 % 5 % 196 2 % Other income (expense), net 6,119 3,840 4 % 2 % 2,279 59 % Income tax benefit (provision) 4,187 (2,314) 2 % (1) % 6,501 (281) % Net income (loss) 3,278 8,027 2 % 5 % (4,749) (59) % Revenue Total revenue decreased $0.5 million, or less than 1%, to $172.1 million in 2024 compared to $172.6 million in 2023.
Biggest changeResults of Operations Comparison of the Twelve Months Ended September 30, 2025 and 2024 The following table summarizes certain aspects of our results of operations for the twelve months ended September 30, 2025 compared to the twelve months ended September 30, 2024 ( in thousands, except percentages ): Twelve Months Ended September 30, Percentage of Total Revenue Increase (Decrease) 2025 2024 2025 2024 $ % Revenue Software license and hardware $ 74,086 $ 81,872 41 % 48 % (7,786) (10) % SaaS, maintenance, and other 105,605 90,211 59 % 52 % 15,394 17 % Total revenue $ 179,691 $ 172,083 100 % 100 % 7,608 4 % Cost of revenue (exclusive of depreciation & amortization) 26,787 24,395 15 % 14 % 2,392 10 % Selling and marketing 41,516 40,769 23 % 24 % 747 2 % Research and development 35,284 34,642 20 % 20 % 642 2 % General and administrative 44,332 52,993 25 % 31 % (8,661) (16) % Amortization and acquisition-related costs 14,142 15,291 8 % 9 % (1,149) (8) % Restructuring costs 840 1,762 — % 1 % (922) (52) % Interest expense 9,779 9,259 5 % 5 % 520 6 % Other income (expense), net 4,598 6,119 3 % 4 % (1,521) (25) % Income tax benefit (provision) (2,813) 4,187 2 % 2 % (7,000) (167) % Net income (loss) 8,796 3,278 5 % 2 % 5,518 168 % Revenue 26 Total revenue increased $7.6 million, or 4%, to $179.7 million in 2025 compared to $172.1 million in 2024.
Borrowings under the Credit Agreement generally bear interest at a variable rate equal to (a) term SOFR plus a specified margin or (b) WSJ prime plus a specified margin, in each case which will be adjusted based on the Company’s net leverage ratio at the time of borrowing.
Borrowings under the Amended Credit Agreement generally bear interest at a variable rate equal to (a) term SOFR plus a specified margin or (b) WSJ prime plus a specified margin, in each case which will be adjusted based on the Company’s net leverage ratio at the time of borrowing.
For tax positions that are more likely than not of being sustained upon audit, the second step is to measure the tax benefit as the largest amount that has more than a 50% chance of being realized upon settlement. Significant judgment is required to evaluate uncertain tax positions. We evaluate uncertain tax positions on a quarterly basis.
For tax positions that are more likely than not of being sustained upon audit, the second step is to measure the tax benefit as the largest amount 32 that has more than a 50% chance of being realized upon settlement. Significant judgment is required to evaluate uncertain tax positions. We evaluate uncertain tax positions on a quarterly basis.
As we amortize the debt discount and issuance costs using the effective interest method, amortization expense increases over the term of the agreement. Other Income (Expense), Net Other income (expense), net includes interest income net of amortization and net realized gains or losses on our marketable securities portfolio, and foreign currency transactional gains or losses.
As we amortize the debt discount and issuance costs using the effective interest method, amortization expense increases over the term of the agreement. 27 Other Income (Expense), Net Other income (expense), net includes interest income net of amortization and net realized gains or losses on our marketable securities portfolio, and foreign currency transactional gains or losses.
If any event of default occurs and is not cured within applicable grace periods set forth in the Credit Agreement or waived, all loans and other obligations could become due and immediately payable and the facility could be terminated.
If any event of default occurs and is not cured within applicable grace periods set forth in the Amended Credit Agreement or waived, all loans and other obligations could become due and immediately payable and the facility could be terminated.
Share Repurchase Program 30 On May 13, 2024, the Board authorized and approved a share repurchase program for up to $50 million of the currently outstanding shares of our Common Stock. The share repurchase program was effective as of May 16, 2024 and will expire on May 16, 2026.
Share Repurchase Program On May 13, 2024, the Board authorized and approved a share repurchase program for up to $50 million of the currently outstanding shares of our Common Stock. The share repurchase program was effective as of May 16, 2024 and will expire on May 16, 2026.
The evaluations are based upon a number of factors, including changes in facts or circumstances, changes in tax law, correspondence with tax authorities during the course of audits, and effective settlement of audit issues. 32
The evaluations are based upon a number of factors, including changes in facts or circumstances, changes in tax law, correspondence with tax authorities during the course of audits, and effective settlement of audit issues.
These include covenants limiting the ability of the Company, and any of their subsidiaries, subject to certain exceptions and baskets, to, among other things, (i) incur indebtedness, (ii) incur liens on their assets, (iii) enter into any merger or consolidation with, or acquire all or substantially all of the equity or property of, another person, (iv) dispose of any of their business or property, (v) make or permit any payment on subordinated debt, or (vi) pay any dividend, make any other distribution, or redeem any equity.
These include covenants limiting the ability of Borrower, and any of their subsidiaries, subject to certain exceptions and baskets, to, among other things, (i) incur indebtedness, (ii) incur liens on their assets, (iii) enter into any merger or consolidation with, or acquire all or substantially all of the equity or property of, another person, (iv) dispose of any of their business or property, (v) make or permit any payment on subordinated debt, or (vi) pay any dividend, make any other distribution, or redeem any equity.
The Notes Hedge was entered into with Bank of America, N.A., Jefferies 29 International Limited and Goldman Sachs & Co.
The Notes Hedge was entered into with Bank of America, N.A., Jefferies International Limited and Goldman Sachs & Co.
The cost of the Notes Hedge was $33.2 million. The Notes Hedge will expire on February 1, 2026, equal to the maturity date of the 2026 Notes.
The cost of the Notes Hedge was 29 $33.2 million. The Notes Hedge will expire on February 1, 2026, equal to the maturity date of the 2026 Notes.
As of September 30, 2024, the Company was in compliance with the covenants in the Indenture. The net proceeds from this offering were approximately $149.7 million, after deducting the Initial Purchasers’ discounts and commissions and the Company’s estimated offering expenses related to the offering. The 2026 Notes will mature on February 1, 2026, unless earlier redeemed, repurchased or converted.
As of September 30, 2025, the Company was in compliance with the covenants in the Indenture. The net proceeds from the 2026 Notes were approximately $149.7 million, after deducting the Initial Purchasers’ discounts and commissions and the Company’s estimated offering expenses related to the offering. The 2026 Notes will mature on February 1, 2026, unless earlier redeemed, repurchased or converted.
The increase in cost of revenue is primarily due to a related increase in transactional SaaS revenue, partially offset by a decrease in costs due to a decline in sales of our legacy identify verification software and hardware products in 2024 compared to 2023.
The increase in cost of revenue is primarily due to a related increase in transactional SaaS revenue, partially offset by a decrease in costs due to a decline in sales of our legacy identify verification software license and hardware products in 2025 compared to 2024.
In addition, we had 20 patent applications outstanding as of September 30, 2024. Market Opportunities, Challenges, & Risks See Item 1: “Business” for details regarding additional market opportunities, challenges and risks.
In addition, we had 25 patent applications outstanding as of September 30, 2025. Market Opportunities, Challenges, & Risks See Item 1: “Business” for details regarding additional market opportunities, challenges and risks.
Revenue Recognition We enter into contractual arrangements with integrators, resellers, and directly with our customers that may include licensing of our software products, product support and maintenance services, SaaS services, consulting services, or various combinations thereof, including the sale of such products or services separately.
Revenue Recognition We enter into contractual arrangements with integrators, resellers, and directly with our customers that may include multiple performance obligations such as software licenses, product support and maintenance services, SaaS services, consulting services, or various combinations thereof, including the sale of such products or services separately.
The Company must also pay the Bank (i) a commitment fee of $87,500 and (ii) an “Unused Revolving Line Facility Fee” of 0.25% per annum of the average unused portion of the Revolving Line. The Credit Agreement contains representations, warranties, and negative and affirmative covenants customary for transactions of this type.
Borrower must also pay the Bank (i) a commitment fee of $125,000 and (ii) an “Unused Revolving Line Facility Fee” of 0.25% per annum of the average unused portion of the Revolving Line. The Amended Credit Agreement contains representations, warranties, and negative and affirmative covenants customary for transactions of this type.
The increase in cash and cash equivalents and investments is primarily due to cash flows from operations of $31.7 million partially offset by repurchases of our common stock, par value $0.001 per share (“Common Stock”) of $24.2 million.
The increase in cash and cash equivalents and investments is primarily due to cash flows from operations of $55.3 million partially offset by repurchases of our common stock, par value $0.001 per share (“Common Stock”) of $4.7 million.
“Convertible Senior Notes” of the notes to the consolidated financial statements included in this Form 10-K for more information relating to the Notes Hedge and Warrant Transactions.
“Debt” of the notes to the consolidated financial statements included in this Form 10-K for more information relating to the Notes Hedge and Warrant Transactions.
Interest expense was $9.3 million in 2024 and consisted of $8.1 million of amortization of debt discount and issuance costs and $1.2 million of interest incurred. Interest expense was $9.1 million in 2023 and consisted of $7.5 million of amortization of debt discount and issuance costs and $1.6 million of interest incurred.
Interest expense was $9.3 million in 2024 and consisted of $8.1 million of amortization of debt discount and issuance costs and $1.2 million of interest incurred.
All securities for which maturity or sale is expected within one year are classified as “current” on the consolidated balance sheets. All other securities are classified as “long-term” on the consolidated balance sheets. At September 30, 2024, we had $36.9 million of our available-for-sale securities classified as current and $11.4 million of our available-for-sale securities classified as long-term.
All securities for which maturity or sale is expected within one year are classified as “current” on the consolidated balance sheets. All other securities are classified as “long-term” on the consolidated balance sheets. At September 30, 2025, we had $38.9 million of our available-for-sale securities classified as current and $3.5 million of our available-for-sale securities classified as long-term.
The Credit Agreement contains customary events of default and also provides that an event of default includes any default resulting in a right by third parties to accelerate maturity of indebtedness in excess of $0.5 million.
The Amended Credit Agreement contains customary events of default and also provides that an event of default includes any default resulting in a right by third parties to accelerate maturity of indebtedness in excess of $500,000.
As of December 16, 2024, the 2026 Notes were not convertible, therefore, we had not purchased any shares under the Notes Hedge and the Warrant Transactions had not been exercised and remain outstanding. See Note 10.
As of December 11, 2025, the 2026 Notes were not convertible, therefore, we had not purchased any shares under the Notes Hedge and the Warrant Transactions had not been exercised and remain outstanding. See Note 8.
Selling and Marketing Expenses Selling and marketing expenses include payroll, employee benefits, stock-based compensation, and other headcount-related costs associated with sales, marketing, and customer success personnel. Selling and marketing expenses also include non-billable costs of professional services personnel, advertising expenses, product promotion costs, trade shows, and other brand awareness programs.
Selling and Marketing Expenses Selling and marketing expenses include payroll, employee benefits, stock-based compensation, and other headcount-related costs associated with sales, marketing, sales operations, sales engineering and customer success personnel. Selling and marketing expenses also include advertising expenses, product promotion costs, trade shows, and other brand awareness programs.
In summary, our cash flows from continuing operations were as follows ( dollars in thousands ): Twelve Months Ended September 30, 2024 2023 2022 Cash provided by operating activities $ 31,688 $ 31,586 $ 21,119 Cash (used) provided by investing activities 28,746 (6,784) 1,700 Cash (used) provided by financing activities (25,882) 1,701 (21,143) Cash Flows from Operating Activities Cash flows related to operating activities are dependent on net income, non-cash adjustments to net income and changes in working capital.
In summary, our cash flows from continuing operations were as follows ( dollars in thousands ): Twelve Months Ended September 30, 2025 2024 2023 Cash provided by (used in) operating activities $ 55,340 $ 31,688 $ 31,586 Cash provided by (used in) investing activities 5,835 28,746 (6,784) Cash provided by (used in) financing activities (1,846) (25,882) 1,701 Cash Flows from Operating Activities Cash flows related to operating activities are dependent on net income, adjustments to net income and changes in working capital.
Research and Development Expenses Research and development expenses include payroll, employee benefits, stock-based compensation, third-party contractor expenses, and other headcount-related costs associated with software engineering and mobile capture science and product management personnel. Research and development expenses increased $5.6 million, or 20%, to $34.6 million in 2024 compared to $29.0 million in 2023.
Research and Development Expenses Research and development expenses include payroll, employee benefits, stock-based compensation, third-party contractor expenses, and other headcount-related costs associated with research, engineering and mobile capture science and product management personnel. Research and development expenses increased $0.6 million, or 2%, to $35.3 million in 2025 compared to $34.6 million in 2024.
General and Administrative Expenses General and administrative expenses include payroll, employee benefits, stock-based compensation, and other headcount-related costs associated with finance, legal, administration and information technology functions, as well as third-party legal, accounting, and other administrative costs. General and administrative expenses increased $9.7 million, or 22%, to $53.0 million in 2024 compared to $43.3 million in 2023.
General and Administrative Expenses General and administrative expenses include payroll, employee benefits, stock-based compensation, and other headcount-related costs associated with finance, legal, administration and information technology functions, as well as third-party legal, accounting, and other administrative costs. General and administrative expenses decreased $8.7 million, or 16%, to $44.3 million in 2025 compared to $53.0 million in 2024.
As of September 30, 2023, $1.2 million was outstanding under these agreements and $0.2 million and $1.1 million is recorded in other current liabilities and other non-current liabilities, respectively, in the consolidated balance sheets.
As of September 30, 2024, $2.7 million was outstanding under these agreements and approximately $0.3 million and $2.4 million is recorded in other current liabilities and other non-current liabilities, respectively, in the consolidated balance sheets.
Selling and marketing expenses increased $0.2 million, or 1%, to $40.8 million in 2024 compared to $40.6 million in 2023. The increase in selling and marketing expense is primarily due to higher personnel-related costs due to increased headcount and higher product promotion costs, partially offset by lower other costs in 2024 compared to 2023.
Selling and marketing expenses increased $0.7 million, or 2%, to $41.5 million in 2025 compared to $40.8 million in 2024. The increase in selling and marketing expense is primarily due to higher personnel-related costs due to increased headcount, partially offset by lower other costs in 2025 compared to 2024.
Based on our current operating plan, we believe the current cash and cash equivalent balance and cash expected to be generated from operations will be adequate to satisfy our working capital needs for at least the next twelve months from the date these consolidated financial statements are filed and the foreseeable future.
Based on our current operating plan we believe the current cash and cash equivalents, cash received from proceeds under the Amended Credit Agreement, and cash expected to be generated from operations will be adequate to satisfy our working capital needs for at least the next twelve months from the date the financial statements are filed for the foreseeable future.
Amortization and Acquisition-Related Costs Amortization and acquisition-related costs include amortization of intangible assets, adjustments recorded due to changes in the fair value of contingent consideration, and other costs associated with acquisitions. Amortization and acquisition-related costs decreased $3.7 million, or 20%, to $15.3 million in 2024 compared to $19.0 million in 2023.
Amortization and Acquisition-Related Costs Amortization and acquisition-related costs include amortization of acquired intangible assets, adjustments recorded due to changes in the fair value of contingent consideration, and other costs associated with acquisitions. Amortization and acquisition-related costs decreased $1.1 million, or 8%, to $14.1 million in 2025 compared to $15.3 million in 2024.
The share repurchase program does not require the Company to repurchase shares of its Common Stock and it may be discontinued, suspended or amended at any time. The Company made purchases of $24.2 million, or approximately 2,247,504 shares, during the twelve months ended September 30, 2024 at an average price of $10.78 per share and subsequently retired the shares.
The share repurchase program does not require the Company to repurchase shares of its Common Stock and it may be discontinued, suspended or amended at any time. During the twelve months ended September 30, 2025, the Company made purchases of approximately $4.7 million or 527,172 shares, at an average price of $8.98 per share and subsequently retired the shares.
The decrease in cash used in investing activities during fiscal 2023 compared to fiscal 2022 was primarily due to a decrease in net sales and maturities of investments of $131.0 million partially offset by a decrease in cash paid for acquisitions, net of cash acquired of $122.4 million, related to the HooYu Acquisition. 28 Cash Flows from Financing Activities Net cash used in financing activities was $25.9 million during fiscal 2024, primarily due to repurchases and retirements of Common Stock of $24.2 million, the payment of $4.6 million of acquisition-related contingent consideration, and payment of revolving credit line issuance costs of $0.3 million, partially offset by $1.9 million of net proceeds from the issuance of Common Stock under our equity plans and $1.5 million of net proceeds from other borrowings.
Net cash used in financing activities was $25.9 million during fiscal 2024, primarily due to repurchases and retirements of Common Stock of $24.2 million, the payment of $4.6 million of acquisition-related contingent consideration, and payment of revolving credit line issuance costs of $0.3 million, partially offset by $1.9 million of net proceeds from the issuance of Common Stock under our equity plans and $1.5 million of net proceeds from other borrowings.
Restructuring Costs Restructuring costs consist of employee severance obligations and other related costs. Restructuring costs were $1.8 million in 2024 and related to expenses incurred to relocate employees and a restructuring that occurred in the third quarter of fiscal 2024.
Restructuring costs were $0.8 million in 2025 and related to a restructuring that occurred in the first quarter of fiscal 2025. Restructuring costs were $1.8 million in 2024 and related to expenses incurred to relocate employees and a restructuring that occurred in the third quarter of fiscal 2024.
The increase in cash provided by financing activities during fiscal 2023 compared to fiscal 2022 was primarily due to the expiration of the share repurchase program in June 2022 of $15.2 million and the payment of acquisition-related consideration of $7.7 million in fiscal 2022. 0.75% Convertible Senior Notes due 2026 In February 2021, the Company issued $155.3 million aggregate principal amount of the 2026 Notes (including the Additional Notes, as defined below).
The decrease in cash used in financing activities during fiscal 2024 compared to fiscal 2023 was primarily due to the share repurchase program that was approved in May 2024 and the payment of acquisition-related contingent consideration. 0.75% Convertible Senior Notes due 2026 In February 2021, the Company issued $155.3 million aggregate principal amount of the 2026 Notes (including the Additional Notes, as defined below).
At September 30, 2023, we had $74.7 million of our available-for-sale securities classified as current and $1.3 million of our available-for-sale securities classified as long-term. We had working capital of $142.9 million at September 30, 2024 compared to $138.5 million at September 30, 2023.
At September 30, 2024, we had $36.9 million of our available-for-sale securities classified as current and $11.4 million of our available-for-sale securities classified as long-term. We had working capital of $39.5 million at September 30, 2025 compared to $142.9 million at September 30, 2024.
These risks could cause our actual results to differ materially from those anticipated in these forward-looking statements as a result of various factors, including those set forth under “Risk Factors.” Overview Mitek Systems, Inc.
These risks could cause our actual results to differ materially from those anticipated in these forward-looking statements as a result of various factors, including those set forth under “Risk Factors.” Overview Mitek Systems, Inc. (“Mitek” or the “Company”) is a global provider of digital identity verification and fraud prevention solutions.
In addition, the Company may be required to deposit cash with the Bank in an amount equal to 115% of any undrawn letters of credit denominated in a foreign currency.
In addition, Borrower may be required to deposit cash with the Bank in an amount equal to 1.05 of any undrawn letters of credit denominated in U.S. Dollars or 1.15 of any undrawn letters of credit denominated in a foreign currency.
Our effective tax rate for fiscal year 2024 was higher than the U.S. federal statutory rate of 21% due to the impact of research and development credits and the release of valuation allowances in certain of the foreign jurisdictions.
Our effective tax rate for fiscal year 2024 and 2025 were higher than the U.S. federal statutory rate of 21% due to the impact of non-deductible expenses, release of valuation allowances in certain of the foreign jurisdictions, generation of tax credits and state taxes on our tax provision.
As of September 30, 2024, the Company’s net leverage ratio was 1.80 to 1.00 and as such, the Company was in compliance with the net leverage ratio covenant of the Credit Agreement. There were no outstanding borrowings under the Credit Agreement as of September 30, 2024. Other Borrowings The Company has certain loan agreements with Spanish government agencies.
As of September 30, 2025, the Company’s net leverage ratio was 1.06 to 1.00 and as such, the Company was in compliance with the net leverage ratio covenant of the Amended Credit Agreement. There were no outstanding borrowings under the Amended Credit Agreement as of September 30, 2025.
Cost of Revenue Cost of revenue includes personnel costs related to billable services, professional services, and software support, direct costs associated with our hardware products, hosting costs, and the costs of royalties for third party products embedded in our products. 26 Cost of revenue increased $1.4 million, or 6%, to $24.4 million in 2024 compared to $23.0 million in 2023.
Cost of Revenue Cost of revenue includes personnel costs related to billable services, professional services, and software support, hosting costs, and the costs of royalties for third party products embedded in our products and excludes depreciation and amortization. Cost of revenue increased $2.4 million, or 10%, to $26.8 million in 2025 compared to $24.4 million in 2024.
These increases were partially offset by a decrease in deferred revenue in fiscal 2023. Cash Flows from Investing Activities Net cash provided by investing activities was $28.7 million during fiscal 2024, which consisted primarily of capital expenditures of $1.4 million, and net sales and maturities of investments of $30.2 million.
The decrease in cash provided by investing activities during fiscal 2025 compared to fiscal 2024 was primarily due to a decrease in net maturities of investments. 28 Net cash provided by investing activities was $28.7 million during fiscal 2024, which consisted primarily of capital expenditures of $1.4 million, and net sales and maturities of investments of $30.2 million.
The preparation of the financial statements requires us to make estimates and judgements that affect the reported amounts of assets, liabilities, revenues, and expenses and the related disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities. We review our estimates on an on-going basis.
The preparation of the financial statements requires us to make estimates and judgments that affect the reported amounts of 31 assets, liabilities, revenues, and expenses and the related disclosure.
Twelve Months Ended September 30, 2023 and 2022 For a discussion of the twelve months ended September 30, 2023 compared to the twelve months ended September 30, 2022, refer to Part II, Item 7, "Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations" in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the twelve months ended September 30, 2023, filed with the SEC on March 19,2024, which is available free of charge on the SEC’s website at https://www.sec.gov and on our website at investors.miteksystems.com, on the “Investors Site” page under “Annual Reports.” Liquidity and Capital Resources Cash generated from operations has historically been our primary source of liquidity to fund operations and investments to grow our business.
Twelve Months Ended September 30, 2024 and 2023 For a discussion of the twelve months ended September 30, 2024 compared to the twelve months ended September 30, 2023, refer to Part II, Item 7, "Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations" in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the twelve months ended September 30, 2024, filed with the SEC on December 16, 2024, which is available free of charge on the SEC’s website at https://www.sec.gov and on our website at investors.miteksystems.com.
Significant judgment is required in determining our worldwide income tax provision. Deferred income taxes reflect the net tax effects of temporary differences between the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities for financial reporting purposes and the amounts used for income tax purposes. These differences result in deferred tax assets and liabilities, which are reflected in our balance sheets.
Accounting for Income Taxes We estimate income taxes based on the various jurisdictions where we conduct business. Significant judgment is required in determining our worldwide income tax provision. Deferred income taxes reflect the net tax effects of temporary differences between the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities for financial reporting purposes and the amounts used for income tax purposes.
The increase was primarily due to higher audit and tax fees, higher personnel-related costs, higher executive transition costs, and higher legal costs, partially offset by a decrease in third-party and professional fees in 2024 compared to 2023.
The decrease was primarily due to a decrease in audit, accounting and tax fees, lower third-party and professional fees, lower executive transition costs, lower legal and other costs, partially offset by higher personnel-related costs as we continue to replace full-time consultants with full-time employees in 2025 compared to 2024.
We base our estimates on historical experience and on various other assumptions that we believe to be reasonable under the circumstances, the results of which form the basis for making judgments about the carrying values of assets and liabilities. Actual results may differ from these estimates under different assumptions or conditions.
We base our estimates on historical experience and on various other assumptions that we believe to be reasonable under the circumstances, the results of which form the basis for making judgments about these estimates. Actual results may differ from these estimates. We have critical accounting estimates in the areas of revenue recognition, fair value of equity instruments and income taxes.
Net cash provided by operating activities during fiscal 2023 was $31.6 million and resulted primarily from net income of $8.0 million, net non-cash charges of $32.6 million, and unfavorable changes in operating assets and liabilities of $9.0 million.
Net cash provided by operating activities during fiscal 2025 was $55.3 million and resulted primarily from net income of $8.8 million, net non-cash charges of $33.2 million, and favorable changes in operating assets and liabilities of $13.3 million.
Restructuring costs were $2.1 million in 2023 and related to a restructuring plan that was initially implemented in June and November 2022. Interest Expense Interest expense includes the amortization of debt discount and issuance costs and coupon and special interest accrued on our 0.75% convertible senior notes due 2026 (the “2026 Notes”).
Interest Expense Interest expense includes the amortization of debt discount and issuance costs and coupon and special interest accrued on our 0.75% convertible senior notes due 2026 (the “2026 Notes”). Interest expense was $9.8 million in 2025 and consisted of $8.6 million of amortization of debt discount and issuance costs and $1.2 million of interest incurred.
These agreements have repayment periods of 5 to 12 years and bear no interest. As of September 30, 2024, $2.7 million was outstanding under these agreements and $0.3 million and $2.4 million is recorded in other current liabilities and other non-current liabilities, respectively, in the consolidated balance sheets.
As of September 30, 2025, $4.3 million was outstanding under these agreements and $0.3 million and $4.0 million are recorded in other current liabilities and other non-current liabilities, respectively, in the consolidated balance sheets.
The decrease in cash used in financing activities during fiscal 2024 compared to fiscal 2023 was primarily due to the share repurchase program that was approved in May 2024 and the payment of acquisition-related contingent consideration.
The decrease in cash used in financing activities during fiscal 2025 compared to fiscal 2024 was primarily due to lower repurchases and retirements of Common Stock and the payment of acquisition-related consideration during fiscal 2024.
We then assess the likelihood that deferred tax assets will be realized. A valuation allowance is recorded when it is more likely than not that some of the deferred tax assets will not be realized. When a valuation allowance is established or increased, we record a corresponding tax expense in our statements of operations.
These differences result in deferred tax assets and liabilities, which are reflected in our balance sheets. We then assess the likelihood that deferred tax assets will be realized. A valuation allowance is recorded when it is more likely than not that some of the deferred tax assets will not be realized.
Our accounting policies regarding the recognition of revenue for these contractual arrangements are fully described in Note 2 of the accompanying notes to our consolidated financial statements included in this Form 10-K. 31 Our SaaS offerings give customers the option to be charged upon their incurred usage in arrears (“Pay as You Go”) or to commit to a minimum spend over their contracted period, with the ability to purchase unlimited additional transactions above the minimum during the contract term.
Our SaaS offerings give customers the option to be charged upon their incurred usage in arrears (“Pay as You Go”) or to commit to a minimum spend over their contracted period, with the ability to purchase unlimited additional transactions above the minimum during the contract term.
The Credit Agreement requires the Company to maintain a net leverage ratio of no more than 2.25 to 1.00 and if the Company engages in a share repurchase program, the net leverage ratio may not exceed 2.00 to 1.00.
The Amended Credit Agreement requires the Company to maintain a net leverage ratio of no more than 2.50 to 1.00 and if the Company consummates a permitted acquisition during the trailing twelve-month period, the net leverage ratio may not exceed 2.75 to 1.00.
The Revolving Line is secured on a first priority basis by the Company’s assets. In connection with the Credit Agreement, the Company incurred issuance costs of $0.3 million which are amortized to interest expense using the straight-line method over the term of the Credit Agreement.
The Term Loan and Revolving Line are secured on a first priority basis by the Company’s assets. In connection with the Amended Credit Agreement, the Company incurred issuance costs of $0.2 million which were recorded to Other income (expense), net. The Term Loan and the Revolving Line both mature on May 1, 2030.
We review the need for a valuation allowance each interim period to reflect uncertainties about whether we will be able to utilize deferred tax assets before they expire. In assessing the realizability of deferred tax assets, management considers whether it is more likely than not that some portion or all of the deferred tax assets will be realized.
When a valuation allowance is established or increased, we record a corresponding tax expense in our statements of operations. We review the need for a valuation allowance each interim period to reflect uncertainties about whether we will be able to utilize deferred tax assets before they expire.
The increase in research and development expenses is primarily due to higher personnel-related costs as a result of compensation cost of living adjustments for employees that the Company moved to Spain from its offices in Russia and higher third-party contractor expenses, partially offset by lower other costs in 2024 compared to 2023.
The increase in research and development expenses is primarily due to higher personnel-related costs and higher third-party contractor expenses, partially offset by lower other costs in 2025 compared to 2024.
Trusted by banks the world over, fintech platforms and telecommunication providers, Mitek combines proven experience with innovative technology to secure the future of digital transactions, empowering organizations to stay ahead of fraud and cyber threats. 25 Fiscal Year 2024 Highlights • Revenues for the twelve months ended September 30, 2024 were $172.1 million, a decrease of less than 1% compared to revenues of $172.6 million for the twelve months ended September 30, 2023. • Net income was $3.3 million, or $0.07 per diluted share, for the twelve months ended September 30, 2024, compared to net income of $8.0 million, or $0.17 per diluted share, for the twelve months ended September 30, 2023. • Cash provided by operating activities was $31.7 million for the twelve months ended September 30, 2024, compared to $31.6 million for the twelve months ended September 30, 2023. • During fiscal 2024 the total number of financial institutions licensing our technology continued to exceed 7,900. • We added new patents to our portfolio during fiscal year 2024, bringing our total number of issued patents to 107 as of September 30, 2024.
Fiscal Year 2025 Highlights • Revenues for the twelve months ended September 30, 2025 were $179.7 million, an increase of 4% compared to revenues of $172.1 million for the twelve months ended September 30, 2024. • Net income was $8.8 million, or $0.19 per diluted share, for the twelve months ended September 30, 2025, compared to net income of $3.3 million, or $0.07 per diluted share, for the twelve months ended September 30, 2024. • Cash provided by operating activities was $55.3 million for the twelve months ended September 30, 2025, compared to $31.7 million for the twelve months ended September 30, 2024. • During fiscal 2025 the total number of financial institutions licensing our technology continued to exceed 7,000. • We added new patents to our portfolio during fiscal year 2025, bringing our total number of issued patents to 110 as of September 30, 2025.
Any adjustment to the net deferred tax asset valuation allowance would be recorded in the income statement for the period that the adjustment is determined to be required. We recognize and measure benefits for uncertain tax positions using a two-step approach.
We will continue to assess the need for a valuation allowance on the deferred tax asset by evaluating both positive and negative evidence that may exist. Any adjustment to the net deferred tax asset valuation allowance would be recorded in the income statement for the period that the adjustment is determined to be required.
Services and other revenue increased $6.0 million, or 7%, to $90.2 million in 2024 compared to $84.2 million in 2023, primarily due to strong growth in transactional SaaS revenue from our CheckReader™, Check Fraud Defender, MiVIP, and Mobile Deposit® products in 2024 compared to 2023.
SaaS, maintenance, and other revenue increased $15.4 million, or 17%, to $105.6 million in 2025 compared to $90.2 million in 2024, primarily due to strong growth in SaaS revenue from our Mobile Verify®, HooYu, MiVIP, Mobile Deposit®, and Check Fraud Defender products, partially offset by a decrease in sales of our legacy identity verification products in 2025 compared to 2024.
The decrease in amortization and acquisition-related costs is primarily due to a larger increase in the fair value of acquisition-related contingent consideration associated with the ID R&D acquisition in 2023 which was paid in the first fiscal quarter of 2024 and a decrease in amortization expense of intangible assets from previous acquisitions that had been fully amortized in 2024 compared to 2023.
The decrease in amortization and acquisition-related costs is primarily due to a decrease in amortization expense of intangible assets from previous acquisitions that had been fully amortized in 2025 compared to 2024. Restructuring Costs Restructuring costs consist of employee severance obligations and other related costs.
Other than the lease for our office space in San Diego, California, we do not believe that the leases for our offices are material lease obligations. Other Liquidity Matters On September 30, 2024, we had investments of $48.3 million, designated as available-for-sale debt securities, which consisted of U.S.
Other Liquidity Matters On September 30, 2025, we had investments of $42.3 million, designated as available-for-sale debt securities, which consisted of U.S.
Significant judgment may be required to determine standalone selling prices for each performance obligation and whether it depicts the amount we expect to receive in exchange for the related good or service. Fair Value of Equity Instruments The valuation of certain items, including compensation expense related to equity awards granted, involves significant estimates based on underlying assumptions made by management.
For items that are not sold separately, we estimate SSP based on available information and relevant market and contractual factors. Significant judgment may be required to determine standalone selling prices for each performance obligation and whether it depicts the amount we expect to receive in exchange for the related good or service.
Other income (expense), net increased $2.3 million, to net income of $6.1 million in 2024 compared to net income of $3.8 million in 2023 primarily due to higher interest income net of amortization and higher foreign currency exchange transactional gains.
Other income (expense), net decreased $1.5 million, to net income of $4.6 million in 2025 compared to net income of $6.1 million in 2024 primarily due to a decrease in interest income net of amortization, higher foreign currency transactional losses, and a loss on extinguishment related to our Amended Credit Agreement in 2025 compared to 2024.
Lease Obligations Our principal executive offices are located in approximately 7,500 square feet of office space in San Diego, California and the term of the lease continues through August 13, 2031. The average annual base rent under this lease is approximately $0.3 million per year. In connection with this lease, we received tenant improvement allowances totaling approximately $0.1 million.
The average annual base rent under this lease is approximately $0.3 million per year. In connection with this lease, we received tenant improvement allowances totaling approximately $0.1 million. These lease incentives are being amortized as a reduction of rent expense over the term of the lease.
Net cash used in investing activities was $6.8 million during fiscal 2023, which consisted primarily of net cash paid in connection with the HooYu Acquisition of $0.3 million and capital expenditures of $1.0 million, and net purchases of investments of $5.5 million.
Cash Flows from Investing Activities Net cash provided by investing activities was $5.8 million during fiscal 2025, which consisted primarily of net maturities and sales of investments of $7.0 million, partially offset by capital expenditures of $1.2 million.
Global Reach and Trusted Partnerships Mitek’s identity verification solutions are marketed and delivered worldwide through a blend of direct sales teams in the North America and Europe, and through channel partnerships with leading financial services and identity verification providers.
Global Reach and Distribution Mitek’s solutions are delivered globally through a combination of direct sales and strategic channel partnerships. The Company operates in North America, United Kingdom and Europe and maintains relationships with technology, fraud, and identity providers 25 that integrate Mitek’s solutions into their platforms.
These lease incentives are being amortized as a reduction of rent expense over the term of the lease. Our other offices are located in Paris, France; Amsterdam, The Netherlands; New York, New York; Barcelona, Spain; Leeds, United Kingdom; and London, United Kingdom.
Our other offices are located in Paris, France; Amsterdam, The Netherlands; New York, New York; Barcelona, Spain; Leeds, United Kingdom; and London, United Kingdom. Other than the lease for our office space in San Diego, California, we do not believe that the leases for our offices are material lease obligations.
Our current sources of liquidity include available cash balances, investments, our revolving credit line, and proceeds from the issuance of the 2026 Notes. On September 30, 2024, we had $141.8 million in cash and cash equivalents and investments compared to $134.9 million on September 30, 2023, an increase of $8.6 million, or 6%.
On September 30, 2025, we had $196.5 million in cash and cash equivalents and investments compared to $141.8 million on September 30, 2024, an increase of $54.7 million, or 39%.
The valuation of performance options, Senior Executive Long Term Incentive Restricted Stock Units, and similar awards are based upon the Monte-Carlo simulation, which involves estimates of our stock price, expected volatility, and the probability of reaching the performance targets. Accounting for Income Taxes We estimate income taxes based on the various jurisdictions where we conduct business.
Fair Value of Equity Instruments The valuation of certain items, including compensation expense related to equity awards granted, involves significant estimates based on underlying assumptions made by management. The valuation of performance options, and similar awards are based upon the Monte-Carlo simulation, which involves estimates of our stock price, expected volatility, and the probability of reaching the performance targets.
The ultimate realization of deferred tax assets is dependent upon the generation of future taxable income during the periods in which those temporary differences become deductible. We will continue to assess the need for a valuation allowance on the deferred tax asset by evaluating both positive and negative evidence that may exist.
In assessing the realizability of deferred tax assets, management considers whether it is more likely than not that some portion or all of the deferred tax assets will be realized. The ultimate realization of deferred tax assets is dependent upon the generation of future taxable income during the periods in which those temporary differences become deductible.
The increase was partially offset by a favorable outcome in a lawsuit we filed against Instacart that was settled and collected in 2023. 27 Income Tax Benefit (Provision) The income tax benefit for 2024 was $4.2 million which yielded an effective tax rate of 461% compared to an income tax provision of $2.3 million which yielded an effective tax rate of 22% in 2023.
Income Tax Benefit (Provision) The income tax provision for 2025 was $2.8 million which yielded an effective tax rate of 24% compared to an income tax benefit of $4.2 million which yielded an effective tax rate of 461% in 2024. The income tax benefit for 2024 is primarily due to our negative pre-tax book income for the year.
The increase in cash provided by operating activities during fiscal 2023 compared to fiscal 2022 was primarily due to an increase in cash from collection of receivables of $23.8 million year over year due to improvements in our collections process, and an increase in other liabilities of $1.7 million.
The increase in cash provided by operating activities during fiscal 2025 compared to fiscal 2024 of $23.7 million was primarily due to an increase in net income and the related increase in income taxes payable due to the timing of income tax payments in fiscal 2025, an increase in stock-based compensation expense, and an increase in deferred revenue.
Our acquisition of HooYu Ltd. in 2022 further bolstered our identity verification leadership through both KYC capabilities and rapid orchestration capabilities, linking biometrics with real-time data aggregation across credit bureaus, sanctions lists, and law enforcement databases.
In 2022, Mitek acquired HooYu Ltd., a provider of orchestration and KYC solutions that integrate biometric verification with real-time data aggregation from third party data providers that include credit bureaus, sanctions lists, and law enforcement databases. The addition of HooYu further expanded the Company’s offerings in fraud, risk management, and compliance.
Net cash provided by financing activities was $1.7 million during fiscal 2023, which primarily consisted of net proceeds from the issuance of Common Stock under the Mitek Systems, Inc. Amended and Restated 2020 Incentive Plan of $1.7 million.
Cash Flows from Financing Activities Net cash used in financing activities was $1.8 million during fiscal 2025, primarily due to repurchases and retirements of Common Stock of $4.7 million, and payment of debt issuance costs of $0.2 million, partially offset by $1.7 million of net proceeds from the issuance of Common Stock under our equity plans and proceeds from other borrowings of $1.4 million.
Software and hardware revenue decreased $6.5 million, or 7%, to $81.9 million in 2024 compared to $88.4 million in 2023. This decrease is primarily due to an existing customer having entered into a significant multiyear Mobile Deposit® contract and the license revenue associated with the full contract term was recognized in 2023, which did not recur.
Software license and hardware revenue decreased $7.8 million, or 10%, to $74.1 million in 2025 compared to $81.9 million in 2024. This decrease is primarily due to lower multi-year term license revenue renewal of our Mobile Deposit® software products and a decrease in sales of our legacy identity verification software products in 2025.
We do not have any other material cash requirements other than those related to leases as described in Note 12. “Leases” of the notes to the consolidated financial statements included in this Form 10-K.
“Leases” of the notes to the consolidated financial statements included in this Form 10-K. We intend to utilize proceeds from the Amended Credit Agreement along with cash and cash equivalents to repay the 2026 Notes.