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SEC filingRevenue grew 32.2% driven by off-platform surge, gross margin improved to 23.9%, and net income rose 40.4%.
In Q1 2026, GigaCloud delivered robust revenue growth of 32.2% year-over-year to $359.5 million, driven by a 58.6% surge in off-platform product revenues ($152.9M) from expanded sales channels and the January 2026 acquisition of New Classic. GigaCloud 1P product revenues grew 10.6% to $90.0M, while service revenues (GigaCloud 3P) increased 23.8% to $116.5M, led by last-mile delivery (+40.2%) and packaging (+30.1%). Gross profit rose 34.7% to $85.8M, with gross margin expanding 50 bps to 23.9%, as product cost control offset higher delivery expenses. Operating income grew 50.0% to $42.5M, with operating margin improving 138 bps to 11.8%, benefiting from a 31.5% decline in general and administrative expenses due to lower professional fees and rental costs. Net income increased 40.4% to $38.1M, with diluted EPS of $1.04 versus $0.68 in the prior year. Adjusted EBITDA rose 37.5% to $45.6M, aided by lower share-based compensation.
The revenue mix shifted toward off-platform, which accounted for 42.5% of total revenues (up from 35.4%), while GigaCloud 1P and 3P represented 25.0% and 32.4%, respectively. Off-platform growth was fueled by the New Classic acquisition and increased volume on third-party sites. Within service revenues, last-mile delivery remained the largest component at 19.2% of total revenues, reflecting higher marketplace GMV. GigaCloud Marketplace GMV grew 17.5% to $1.66B, with active sellers up 19.3% to 1,377 and active buyers up 25.2% to 12,473, though spend per active buyer declined 6.1% to $133,457 due to newer buyers ramping up spending. The company continues to invest in fulfillment infrastructure, leasing 36 fulfillment centers totaling 11.7 million square feet.
Management emphasized organic and acquisition-driven growth, expecting continued momentum from marketplace expansion and the New Classic integration. No specific numeric guidance was provided, but strategic priorities include attracting more sellers and buyers through geographic expansion, marketing, and enhanced product offerings. The company highlighted macroeconomic uncertainties, including tariffs and inflation, as potential headwinds. Operating cash flow turned negative at -$21.7M due to inventory buildup and slower collections, but management believes cash on hand ($330.3M) is sufficient for the next 12 months. The authorized $111M share repurchase program signals confidence in the business. Given the strong revenue growth and margin expansion, the company appears well-positioned, though tariff impacts and integration costs remain risks.
As of March 31, 2026, GigaCloud held $330.3M in cash and cash equivalents, plus $32.9M in investments, providing strong liquidity. Total assets were $1.23B, driven by $240.3M in inventory and $435.9M in operating lease right-of-use assets. Shareholders’ equity stood at $510.3M, up from $485.8M at year-end 2025, primarily due to net income of $38.1M offset by share repurchases. The company has no debt, with only lease liabilities ($475.4M total). Contract liabilities (deferred revenue) were $5.9M.
The company disclosed no material purchase commitments or long-term obligations beyond operating and finance leases. Lease obligations total $522.0M in undiscounted payments, with $91.2M due in the remainder of 2026. No other commitments were noted.
In Q1 2026, GigaCloud repurchased 304,321 Class A shares at an average price of $40.27 for $12.3M. At quarter-end, $77.4M remained available under the existing buyback authorization. Subsequent to quarter-end, an additional 200,628 shares were repurchased for $9.0M through May 7, 2026. Capital expenditures were $4.5M, primarily for property and equipment. No dividends were declared. The company did not issue or repay any debt; finance lease repayments were $0.1M.
GigaCloud operates as a single segment. The CODM uses consolidated revenue, gross profit, and net income for resource allocation. Geographic revenue breakdown shows the U.S. as the primary market: $126.3M in product revenues and $68.6M in service revenues (total $194.9M). Germany contributed $92.7M product and $16.7M service revenues. Total revenues were $359.5M, with service revenues of $116.5M and product revenues of $242.9M. Revenue growth was driven by last-mile delivery and product sales to business customers.
Net income of $38.1 million was positive, but operating cash flow was negative $21.7 million, indicating significant working capital drag. The primary drivers were a $43.5 million increase in inventories and a $17.4 million decrease in accounts payable, partially offset by a $10.2 million increase in accounts receivable. This suggests inventory buildup and slower supplier payments, which may signal operational challenges. Capex of $4.5 million was elevated compared to $2.4 million in the prior year, reflecting continued investment. Share repurchases of $12.3 million consumed cash, but were lower than the $22.7 million in Q1 2025. Overall, free cash flow (operating minus capex) was negative $26.2 million, and the company relied on existing cash reserves to fund operations and capital returns. The cash balance declined from $380.5 million to $331.0 million. Anomalies include a $4.3 million non-cash contingent consideration and a $0.6 million finance lease for equipment.