DDC Announces 28% Revenue Growth and Approx 3x Increase in Adjusted EBITDA for 1H2026 Results Guidance
Rhea-AI Summary
DDC (NYSE American: DDC) issued preliminary, unaudited guidance for 1H2026, expecting revenue of $19.5–$20.5 million, about 28% above $15.6 million in 1H2025, and gross profit of $5.8–$6.2 million, roughly 15% higher than $5.2 million.
Adjusted EBITDA is projected at $1.0–$1.3 million, around 3x the company’s full-year FY2025 Adjusted EBITDA of $0.4 million. Gross margin is estimated at about 30%, versus 31.4% in FY2025, reflecting a larger contribution from higher-volume channels.
DDC expects $20.1 million of cash, cash equivalents and short-term investments as of June 30, 2026. As of June 17, 2026, it held 2,899 Bitcoin at an average cost of $78,204, with Bitcoin per 1,000 fully diluted shares at 0.060942, up 53.3% year to date.
On July 1, 2026, the board authorized a share repurchase program of up to $10 million or 20% of outstanding Class A shares, whichever is lower, over 18 months, providing flexibility to buy back stock depending on market conditions and capital allocation priorities.
Positive
- Revenue +28% YoY to $19.5–$20.5 million guidance for 1H2026
- Gross profit +~15% YoY to $5.8–$6.2 million in 1H2026
- Adjusted EBITDA $1.0–$1.3 million, about 3x FY2025 full-year level
- Liquidity $20.1 million in cash, equivalents and short-term investments at June 30, 2026
- Bitcoin holdings 2,899 BTC; BTC per 1,000 shares up 53.3% year to date
- Share repurchase authorization up to $10 million or 20% of Class A shares over 18 months
Negative
- Gross margin compression to ~30% from 31.4% in FY2025 due to higher-volume channels
- Figures are preliminary and unaudited, subject to closing and review adjustments
News Explained
DDC’s July 1 share-repurchase authorization is a ceiling, not a committed purchase: it does not require repurchases and can be modified, suspended, or terminated, so the authorization alone has not changed existing holders’ share count or proportional ownership.
Market reaction after 1H26 earnings report: DDC +14.59%
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Key Figures
Historical Context
| Date | Event | Sentiment | 24h Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 27 | Bitcoin treasury update | Positive | +3.3% | Added 131 Bitcoin and increased per-share exposure without issuing new shares. |
| May 21 | Bitcoin treasury update | Positive | -1.7% | Acquired 200 Bitcoin and increased per-share exposure without dilution. |
| Apr 21 | AI platform launch | Positive | -7.8% | Launched an AI-driven platform for managing the corporate Bitcoin reserve. |
| Apr 21 | FY2025 shareholder letter | Positive | -7.8% | Reported record revenue and positive adjusted EBITDA alongside Bitcoin treasury expansion. |
| Apr 21 | FY2025 earnings report | Positive | -7.8% | Reported record revenue and positive adjusted EBITDA for fiscal 2025. |
24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.
Recent reactions included +3.33%, -1.7%, and -7.8%, with positive announcements not consistently followed by gains.
Key Terms
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NEW YORK, Aug. 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DDC Enterprise Limited (NYSE American: DDC) ("DDC" or the "Company"), a global Asian food platform and digital asset treasury company, today announced preliminary unaudited results for the six months ended June 30, 2026. The Company expects revenue of
Preliminary Financial Highlights
Growth rates are calculated using the midpoint of the preliminary ranges and may vary slightly due to rounding.
- Revenue:
$19.5 million to$20.5 million , an increase of approximately28% from$15.6 million in 1H2025. - Gross profit:
$5.8 million to$6.2 million , an increase of approximately15% from$5.2 million in 1H2025. - Adjusted EBITDA:
$1.0 million to$1.3 million , approximately 3x the Company’s full-year FY2025 Adjusted EBITDA of$0.4 million - Gross margin: Approximately
30% , compared with31.4% in FY2025, primarily reflecting a greater contribution from higher-volume sales channels.
Operating Review
First-half growth was driven by broader retail and distribution reach across DDC's Asian food portfolio. Gross profit increased despite the shift toward higher-volume channels. The Company remains focused on pricing, procurement, product mix and operating efficiency to improve cash generation as it scales.
Management Commentary
"Our preliminary first-half results reflect solid demand for our brands and disciplined execution across the business," said Norma Chu, Founder, Chairwoman and Chief Executive Officer of DDC Enterprise. "We expanded revenue and gross profit while increasing Adjusted EBITDA, and we head into the second half with a clear plan to strengthen the business and compound value per share."
Liquidity
As of June 30, 2026, DDC expects cash, cash equivalents and short-term investments of US
Bitcoin Treasury
As of the latest purchase announcement on June 17, 2026, DDC held 2,899 Bitcoin at an average cost of
Share Repurchase Program
On July 1, 2026, DDC has obtained the Board’s authorization to repurchase up to
The authorization does not require DDC to repurchase shares and may be modified, suspended or terminated at any time.
Second-Half Priorities
DDC's priorities for the remainder of 2026 are:
- Drive profitable growth across the core Asian food business;
- Improve channel economics, procurement and operating efficiency;
- Preserve liquidity and maintain disciplined capital allocation; and
- Grow long-term value per share through measured Bitcoin treasury and repurchase decisions.
Preliminary Results Notice
The selected financial information in this release is preliminary and unaudited, represents management's current estimates, and is subject to completion of the Company's customary closing and review procedures. The information presented is not a comprehensive statement of the Company's financial results for 1H2026, and actual results may differ from the ranges stated in this release. These estimates should not be viewed as a substitute for the complete financial statements and related disclosures that DDC expects to furnish when it reports its full interim results.
Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures
Adjusted EBITDA is a non-GAAP financial measure. DDC uses Adjusted EBITDA, non-GAAP financial measures, in evaluating its operating results and for financial and operational decision-making purposes. DDC defines Adjusted EBITDA as net income (loss) excluding interest expense, interest income, income tax expense, impairment losses, depreciation and amortization, non-cash mark-to-market fair value adjustments associated with financial instruments, including Bitcoin holdings, and share-based compensation. Adjusted EBITDA should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for net income (loss) or any other measure of financial performance calculated in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
About DDC Enterprise Limited
DDC Enterprise Limited (NYSE AMERICAN: DDC) is participating proactively in the corporate Bitcoin treasury evolution while maintaining its foundation as a leading global Asian food platform. The Company has strategically positioned Bitcoin as a core reserve asset while continuing to expand its portfolio of culinary brands. DDC is at the forefront of public companies integrating Bitcoin into their financial architecture. For more information, visit www.ddc.xyz.
Caution Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
Certain statements in this announcement are forward-looking statements. Investors can identify these forward-looking statements by words or phrases such as “may,” “will,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “aim,” “estimate,” “intend,” “plan,” “believe,” “is/are likely to,” “potential,” “continue” or other similar expressions. Examples of forward-looking statements include those related to business prospects, accumulation of Bitcoin, the share repurchase program, the Company and its management’s view of market conditions and outlook, and the Company’s goals, strategy and future activity. These statements are subject to uncertainties and risks including, but not limited to, the risk factors discussed in the Risk Factors and in Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations sections of our Forms 20-F, 6-K and other reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) and available at www.sec.gov. It is also inherent in forward-looking statements for there to be risks, uncertainties and other factors beyond the Company’s ability to predict or control. Although the Company believes that the expectations expressed in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, it cannot assure you that such expectations will turn out to be correct, and the Company cautions investors that actual results may differ materially from the anticipated results and encourages investors to review other factors that may affect its future results in the Company’s filings with the SEC. Additional factors are discussed in the Company’s filings with the SEC, which are available for review at www.sec.gov. The Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent occurring events or circumstances, or changes in its expectations that arise after the date hereof, except as may be required by law.
Contacts
Investor Relations:
pr@ddc.xyz
Media:
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