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WM Technology — Third Quarter 2026 Earnings Summary

  • Financial Performance:

    • Revenue for the quarter ended September 30, 2026, was $38.5 million, a decrease from $42.2 million in the prior year period.
    • Net loss was $5.9 million, compared to net income of $3.6 million in the prior year.
    • Adjusted EBITDA was $0.8 million, down from $7.6 million in the prior year.
    • Average monthly paying clients decreased to 4,899 from 5,221 in the prior year.
    • Average monthly revenue per paying client decreased to $2,618 from $2,693 in the prior year.
    • Cash and cash equivalents totaled $51.0 million as of September 30, 2026, down from $62.4 million as of December 31, 2025.
    • Deferred revenue was $4.8 million as of September 30, 2026, down from $5.5 million as of December 31, 2025.
    • Total shares outstanding were 161.1 million as of September 30, 2026.
    • For the nine months ended September 30, 2026, revenue was $124.5 million compared to $131.6 million in the prior year; net loss was $1.3 million compared to net income of $8.3 million; and Adjusted EBITDA was $11.6 million compared to $29.4 million in the prior year.
  • Guidance and Future Outlook:

    • The Company expects fourth quarter 2026 revenue to decline by a low-single digit percentage compared with the third quarter.
    • Management anticipates that revenue will follow marketing momentum in challenged markets like Michigan, Colorado, and Oklahoma despite current softness.
    • The Company expects some churned clients or those who decreased spend to return due to the importance of the platform.
    • A new sponsored ad product for brands is launching in the current month and is anticipated to contribute to revenue shortly after launch.
    • The Company plans to evaluate potential strategic transactions and opportunities, targeting best-in-class assets that generate positive cash flow at reasonable multiples.
    • The transition away from public reporting is expected to reduce administrative overhead and compliance costs.
  • Business Segments and Product Lines:

    • Revenue decreases were driven by client payment difficulties and churn in established markets.
    • Operating expenses included increased marketing spend to attract more consumers to the platform.
    • One-time expenses included a securities litigation settlement and severance costs associated with a workforce reduction in the third quarter.
    • The Company is focusing on collections and terminating clients who are late with payments to ensure long-term business health.
  • Market and Competitive Landscape:

    • The operating environment remains challenging for certain customers facing margin compression and cash flow constraints.
    • Established markets are experiencing price deflation and ongoing consolidation.
    • Heavy regulation and price compression are contributing to softness in Michigan, Colorado, and Oklahoma.
    • The Company holds a strong belief in the power of cannabis and advocates for full U.S. legalization and industry-wide social equity.
  • Risks and Challenges:

    • Risks include market reactions to the Company's delisting from Nasdaq and deregistration as an SEC reporting company, potentially impacting liquidity and share price.
    • Trading on OTC markets may be less liquid and have greater price volatility.
    • The Company faces material weaknesses in internal controls and risks regarding their remediation.
    • Future results depend on the Company's ability to maintain its OTC listing, acquire new clients, retain existing clients, and collect on outstanding receivables.
    • Risks include changes in domestic and foreign business conditions, cannabis regulations, and macroeconomic factors such as inflation and geopolitical events.
    • Potential impacts from cyber-attacks, security vulnerabilities, and litigation outcomes are noted.
  • Management Commentary and Tone:

    • CFO Susan Echard stated that revenue and Adjusted EBITDA decreased due to client payment difficulties, with cash utilization increasing for marketing and one-time expenses.
    • CEO Doug Francis described the quarter as operationally successful despite optical near-term pressures, noting that foundational work has laid the foundation for future growth.
    • Management emphasized a "long game" strategy, focusing on cleaning up the client base, optimizing user acquisition costs, and finalizing strategic expansion infrastructure.
    • The tone reflects confidence that the deliberate decision to terminate late-paying clients will benefit the business long-term.
  • Other Key Points:

    • The Company voluntarily delisted from Nasdaq earlier in the year and announced its intention to deregister as an SEC reporting company.
    • A reduction in force was completed during the third quarter, with severance costs included in the quarter's expenses.
    • The Company sold a domain name, resulting in a $1.0 million gain recognized in the nine-month period.
    • The Company is being highly disciplined in its approach to potential acquisitions, targeting assets with positive cash flow potential.
Company
WM TECHNOLOGY INC
Sector
Technology
Industry
Software - Application