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SEC filingRevenue declined 14.7% due to disciplined wholesale strategy, but gross margin improved to 39.9% on favorable mix and cost controls, narrowing operating loss by 61.6%.
Revenue for the first quarter of fiscal 2026 decreased 14.7% to $12.7 million from $14.9 million in the prior-year period. The decline was primarily attributable to lower sales volume in the recreational marine business and within our core UTVs, ATVs and e-bikes segment, as we continued to execute our disciplined wholesale shipment strategy. We avoided pushing inventory into a financially constrained wholesale channel and focused on protecting per unit economics and brand pricing amid weak industry demand, elevated interest rates and tighter dealer floorplan financing conditions.
Operating loss improved 61.6% to $1.0 million from $2.7 million in the prior-year period. The improvement was driven by the increase in gross profit and a decrease in operating expenses. Operating expenses declined primarily due to lower selling expenses resulting from reduced wholesale shipment volumes and related outbound freight costs, as well as lower research and development expenses. The decline in selling expenses outpaced the decrease in total revenue, contributing to improved operating efficiency.
Management highlighted ongoing headwinds from tariff uncertainty, trade restrictions, and elevated interest rates, which continue to make it difficult for retail customers to plan inventory purchases. The company remains committed to its disciplined wholesale strategy, which protects brand pricing but limits near-term revenue growth. Key risks include potential dilution from future equity raises, competitive pricing pressure, and reliance on a limited number of Chinese suppliers. Investors should monitor retail sell-through trends and any easing of dealer financing conditions as catalysts for revenue recovery.