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10-K2026-02-27· merged:deepseek-v4-flash

DJT · Trump Media & Technology Group Corp.

0001140361-26-007174

SEC filing

Summary

Revenue edged up 2% to $3.7M as new Truth+ subscriptions offset advertising weakness; operating loss surged 3x on $403M digital asset impairment.

Key takeaways

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Business

Company Overview

Trump Media & Technology Group Corp. (TMTG) describes itself as a mission-driven company seeking to end Big Tech’s assault on free speech by opening up the Internet and giving people their voices back. The company operates three primary platforms: Truth Social, a social media platform; Truth+, a TV streaming service; and Truth.Fi, a financial services and FinTech brand. As of December 31, 2025, TMTG held approximately $2.47 billion in cash and other liquid assets and approximately $947.1 million in debt.

Reporting Segments

The business section does not explicitly define formal reporting segments but clearly delineates three operational areas: Truth Social (social media), Truth+ (streaming video), and Truth.Fi (financial services and digital assets). No revenue or profit breakdown is provided for these segments.

Products & Platforms

Truth Social is the core social media platform, launched in 2022, with features including direct messaging, Groups, a “for you” feed, a “discover” tab, and an AI search feature called Truth Search AI. In September 2025, premium features for Patriot Package subscribers were introduced, along with Truth gems and Crypto.com wallet integration. Truth+ is a live TV streaming and on-demand content platform, rolled out in phases beginning in 2024, with standalone apps and connected TV availability. Content partners include Great American Media and GB News. Truth.Fi encompasses separately managed accounts (SMAs), exchange-traded funds (ETFs), and a bitcoin/digital asset treasury strategy. Five ETFs were launched on the NYSE in December 2025: TSSD, TSFN, TSIC, TSES, and TSRS. TMTG also acquired Cronos tokens and entered a business combination to form Trump Media Group CRO Strategy, a digital asset treasury company focused on the Cronos ecosystem.

Go-To-Market & Customers

TMTG’s go-to-market strategy is not explicitly described in terms of channel mix. The company relies on organic growth, partnerships, and strategic acquisitions. Truth Social gained international availability in June 2023, and Truth+ expanded to Canada, Mexico, and global markets by July 2025. No key customer concentration is disclosed. The company has a license agreement with President Donald J. Trump for the use of his name and likeness, which includes an exclusivity obligation for his social media posts.

Competition

TMTG acknowledges that the industries in which it operates—social media, streaming video, and financial products—are all highly competitive. No specific competitors are named in the Business section, but the company aims to compete through high-quality products, commitment to free speech, and its unique brand.

Strategy

TMTG’s growth strategy comprises three pillars: (1) grow Truth Social by enhancing user features, integrating video, and expanding globally; (2) increase product offerings and services, including Truth+ and Truth.Fi; and (3) pursue strategic acquisitions and/or partnerships within the America First Economy, potentially evolving into a holding company with autonomous subsidiaries.

Human Capital

As of December 31, 2025, TMTG had approximately 31 full-time employees. None are covered by a collective bargaining agreement, and the company has never experienced a material work stoppage. Human capital objectives focus on identifying, recruiting, retaining, incentivizing, and integrating employees.

Period Performance

Period Performance

Revenue increased 2% to $3.68 million in 2025 from $3.62 million in 2024. The growth was driven by subscriptions to the Patriot Package on Truth+, partially offset by a slight decline in advertising revenue on Truth Social. Cost of revenue surged 171% to $1.68 million, reflecting content licensing and data center costs for Truth+.

Operating loss expanded to $573.0 million from $186.0 million, a 208% increase. The primary drivers were a $403.2 million realized and unrealized loss on digital assets (bitcoin and Cronos) and an $182.9 million investment loss (mainly unrealized equity losses and derivative losses). These non-cash charges reflect the company's digital asset treasury strategy implemented in mid-2025. Excluding these items, operating expenses declined: R&D down 13% to $42.8 million, sales & marketing down 61% to $2.5 million, and G&A down 9% to $119.1 million, largely due to lower stock-based compensation. Higher legal fees ($66.8M vs $33.1M) partially offset G&A savings.

Net loss before income taxes was $711.8 million in 2025 versus $400.9 million in 2024, a 78% increase. Income tax expense is not recognized due to a full valuation allowance.

Segment Dynamics

The company reports a single Media segment. Revenue is entirely from Truth Social advertising and Truth+ subscriptions. Advertising remains the majority, but subscriptions contributed new revenue in 2025. Management notes that user growth and engagement are not tracked via traditional KPIs, but focus remains on feature development and strategic diversification. Truth+ has expanded globally, and Truth.Fi launched five ETFs in December 2025.

Forward View

No quantitative guidance is provided. Management expects cost of revenue and operating expenses to increase significantly as Truth+ scales and new initiatives (Truth Predict, Trump Media Group CRO Strategy) progress. The digital asset strategy will continue, with bitcoin and Cronos holdings subject to market volatility. Liquidity of $2.47B (including digital assets) is expected to fund operations for at least 12 months. The company may seek additional capital for acquisitions and growth. The share repurchase program ($400M authorized) has been minimally utilized ($45.3M as of year-end).

Notes & Operating Detail

Balance Sheet & Liquidity

As of December 31, 2025, the company held $0.1B in cash and cash equivalents, $0.3B in short-term investments (repurchase agreements), and $0.9B in digital assets. Additionally, $0.2B of equity securities are classified as current. Total assets reached $2.6B, up from $0.9B a year earlier, driven by the PIPE financing, convertible note issuance, and digital asset purchases. Total debt stood at $0.9B, primarily the 0% convertible senior secured notes due 2028 (net of repurchases), along with a small term loan.

Commitments & Contractual Obligations

No material purchase commitments or contractual obligations beyond the convertible note indenture and the pending TAE merger convertible note receivable were disclosed in the provided Notes section.

Capital Allocation

  • Buybacks: The Board authorized a $0.4B share repurchase program in June 2025; $45.3M was deployed through year-end, repurchasing 3.9M shares at an average price of $11.76.
  • Debt: Issued $1.0B in convertible notes (net of $16.5M repurchases), used to fund digital asset purchases and working capital. No dividends.
  • Capex: Capital expenditures were minimal at $0.6M, primarily for computer equipment.

Segment / Geographic Mix

No segment revenue or geographic breakdown was disclosed in the Notes. Goodwill of $120.9M is allocated entirely to the Media segment, with no goodwill for Truth.Fi.

Risk Factors

Business & Operational Risks

The company is an early-stage social media and streaming platform with limited operating history. It expects continued losses and relies on the popularity of President Trump to drive user growth and brand value. Intense competition from established platforms like Meta and X poses a significant threat. The success of Truth Social and Truth+ depends on user adoption and the ability to monetize through advertising and subscriptions. Additionally, the company has identified material weaknesses in internal controls, which could lead to financial reporting errors and regulatory consequences.

Digital Asset Strategy

The company's treasury is heavily concentrated in bitcoin and Cronos, exposing it to extreme price volatility and regulatory uncertainty. Unrealized gains/losses from fair value accounting (ASU 2023-08) can cause significant earnings fluctuations. Counterparty risks from custodians and the broader digital asset ecosystem, including bankruptcy of trading venues, could result in loss of holdings. The interim CAMT guidance reduces tax risk for now, but final rules remain uncertain.

Legal & Regulatory Risks

Ongoing litigation includes defamation lawsuits against media outlets, SEC investigations, and disputes over the conversion ratio of convertible notes. The company faces class actions and regulatory scrutiny related to content moderation, privacy, and securities laws. The prediction market initiative (Truth Predict) is subject to complex and evolving regulations, with potential classification as derivatives or gambling.

Financial & Structural Risks

Concentration of voting power in a trust (~41.1%) limits minority influence. The company has substantial debt and may need additional capital, but access could be hindered by third-party reluctance. The TAE merger introduces integration risks and regulatory hurdles. Share repurchase program may not enhance long-term stockholder value. The stock price is extremely volatile, and dilution from warrants and future equity issuances is a concern.

Cash Flow Quality

Cash Flow Quality

No cash flow data was present in the provided filing excerpt. The cash flow statement is referenced on page F-7 but was not included in the input. Therefore, any analysis of operating, investing, or financing cash flows, as well as capex, free cash flow, or capital returns, is impossible. No anomalies or trends can be identified.