Welcome to our dedicated page for Daktronics news (Ticker: DAKT), a resource for investors and traders seeking the latest updates and insights on Daktronics stock.
Daktronics Inc (NASDAQ: DAKT) is a U.S.-based manufacturer of dynamic video communication displays and control systems, supplying large-screen LED video displays, electronic scoreboards, LED text and graphics displays, digital billboards, audio systems and related control systems. This news page aggregates company announcements, investor communications and other material updates related to Daktronics.
According to its public "About Daktronics" statements and SEC filings, the company serves customers worldwide through five business units: Live Events, Commercial, High School Park and Recreation, Transportation and International. News coverage for Daktronics often includes earnings releases, backlog and order updates, information on large sports venue projects, transportation display contracts and developments across these business units.
Investors can use this page to follow Daktronics’ quarterly and annual financial results, as reported in press releases and Form 8-K filings, as well as announcements about executive leadership changes, board composition, stock incentive plans and share repurchase authorizations. The company frequently issues notices about upcoming earnings calls, investor conferences and webcasts, which are reflected in its news flow.
Product and technology-related news may highlight new display offerings, enhancements to indoor and outdoor video products, and initiatives in areas such as MicroLED and MicroIC technologies following the acquisition of intellectual property and equipment assets from X Display Company Technology Limited. Updates on business and digital transformation efforts, manufacturing footprint changes and cooperation agreements with shareholders also appear in Daktronics’ news releases.
By reviewing the news items linked on this page, readers can see how Daktronics communicates its operational progress, strategic initiatives and corporate governance developments over time.
Daktronics (Nasdaq: DAKT) will present at Sidoti’s Micro-Cap Virtual Investor Conference on January 22, 2026. Management presentation begins at 2:30 PM ET and will include virtual one-on-one investor meetings the same day. The presentation is accessible live via the webinar registration link and registration is free and open to Sidoti clients and non-clients at www.sidoti.com/events.
Investors may register for the presentation or to request one-on-one meetings; no financial data or forward guidance was provided in the announcement.
Daktronics (NASDAQ: DAKT) announced it acquired intellectual property, specialized equipment and technical expertise from X Display Company Technology Limited to expand its MicroLED and MicroIC capabilities. Daktronics said it has owned an investment in XDC since 2020 and hired 15 key XDC employees to integrate mass-transfer and MicroLED skills. The acquisition gives Daktronics proprietary mass-transfer and MicroLED fabrication IP for ultra-fine pixel pitches, plus equipment for MicroLED/MicroIC development. Management said the move supports product innovation and NPP (narrow pixel pitch) offerings; Futuresource projects the NPP market to reach $12 billion by 2029.
Daktronics (NASDAQ:DAKT) reported fiscal Q2 2026 results for the quarter ended November 1, 2025, delivering $229.3M in sales (up 10.0% YoY) and $21.6M operating income (up 36.7% YoY) for a 9.4% operating margin. New orders were $199.1M (+12.1% YoY) and product backlog totaled $320.6M (+36% YoY). Net income was $17.5M and diluted EPS was $0.35. Cash, restricted cash and marketable securities totaled $149.6M with $11.3M debt outstanding (net cash ≈ $138M). The company generated $42.6M cash from operations, repurchased $12.2M of stock YTD, and reiterated three-year targets of 7–10% CAGR revenue, 10–12% operating margin and 17–20% ROIC.
Daktronics (NASDAQ:DAKT) announced that Ramesh Jayaraman will become President and Chief Executive Officer effective February 1, 2026, and will join the board upon approval.
Brad Wiemann will remain Interim President and CEO through the company’s third fiscal quarter ending January 31, 2026. Director and former Chairman, President and CEO Reece Kurtenbach will step down from the board when Jayaraman joins.
Jayaraman brings 25+ years of global operations experience across industrial technology, integration channels, and manufacturing. Daktronics said it will continue a business and digital transformation including tiered product strategy, sales and fulfillment enhancements, and data tools. The company will release Q2 fiscal 2026 results on December 10, 2025 at 10:00 AM CT.
Daktronics (NASDAQ:DAKT) will release its second quarter fiscal 2026 financial results on Wednesday, December 10, 2025 before the market opens.
The company will host a conference call and webcast at 10:00 AM CT the same day, hosted by Brad Wiemann, Interim CEO, and Howard Atkins, Acting CFO. Participants must pre-register to receive dial-in details and a unique PIN. Related slide presentation materials will be posted to Daktronics’ investor website before the call, and a recording will be archived for replay.
Webcast access is available via the provided streaming link and a phone dial-in option for registered participants.
Daktronics (NASDAQ: DAKT) announced that Brad Wiemann, Interim Chief Executive Officer, and Howard Atkins, Acting Chief Financial Officer, will participate in the Craig-Hallum 16th Annual Alpha Select Conference on Tuesday, November 18, 2025 in New York.
The company said the executives will attend the investor conference to discuss corporate developments and engage with investors and analysts.
Daktronics (NASDAQ:DAKT), a global leader in video display and control systems, has announced its participation in the upcoming Sidoti Virtual Small-Cap Investor Conference. The company's management will deliver a presentation on September 17, 2025, at 12:15 PM ET and conduct one-on-one meetings with investors.
The presentation will be accessible through a live webcast, with registration open to both Sidoti clients and non-clients at no cost. A replay will be made available on Daktronics' website following the event.
Daktronics (NASDAQ:DAKT) reported strong fiscal Q1 2026 results, posting net income of $16.5 million compared to a net loss of $4.9 million in Q1 2025. The company achieved sales of $219.0 million with an improved gross profit margin of 29.7%. Notable highlights include operating income of $23.3 million and operating margin of 10.6%.
Orders surged 35.4% year-over-year to $238.5 million, marking the third-highest quarterly orders in company history. Product backlog increased to $360.3 million, up from $267.2 million year-over-year. The company generated strong operating cash flow of $26.1 million, up 34% YoY, with a healthy cash balance of $137 million.
The company maintains its three-year objectives of 7-10% sales growth, 10-12% operating margin, and 17-20% ROIC while continuing its business and digital transformation initiatives.
Daktronics (NASDAQ:DAKT) has scheduled the release of its first quarter fiscal 2026 financial results for Wednesday, September 10, 2025, before market opening. The company will host a conference call and webcast at 10:00 AM CT on the same day.
The earnings call will be led by Brad Wiemann, Interim CEO, and Howard Atkins, Acting CFO. Participants must pre-register to receive dial-in information and a PIN for the live call. Presentation materials will be available on Daktronics' Investor Relations website before the call, and a recording will be archived for later access.
Daktronics (NASDAQ:DAKT) has announced two new board director nominations: Mark Bowser, former CFO/EVP of Cox Automotive, and Neil Glat, former President of the New York Jets. The nominees will stand for election at the company's 2025 Annual Meeting on September 3, 2025.
Bowser brings extensive financial and technology leadership experience from Cox Automotive and Cox Communications, while Glat contributes significant sports, entertainment, and technology expertise, currently serving as board chair for Evolv Technology and board member at Fubo. As part of a Cooperation Agreement with Alta Fox Capital Management, current director Kevin McDermott will not be nominated for re-election after serving since 2015.
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