Daily Journal Corporation Announces Third Quarter and First Nine Months Fiscal 2026 Financial Results
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Daily Journal Corporation (Nasdaq: DJCO) reported third quarter fiscal 2026 total revenue of $27.0 million, up 15.3% from $23.4 million, driven mainly by Journal Technologies, Inc. (JTI). JTI revenue rose 19.5% to $22.1 million, while Traditional Business advertising and circulation revenue was $4.8 million, down 0.8%.
For the first nine months of fiscal 2026, total revenue was $69.2 million, a 16.8% increase from $59.3 million, with JTI revenue up 21.0% to $55.6 million and Traditional Business revenue up 2.4% to $13.7 million. Income from operations increased to $5.3 million for the quarter (from $3.2 million) and to $8.7 million year-to-date (from $4.9 million). However, DJCO reported a quarterly net loss of $10.9 million, or ($7.90) per share, versus net income of $14.4 million a year earlier, and a nine‑month net loss of $53.5 million versus net income of $70.0 million, primarily due to net unrealized losses on marketable securities of $24.1 million for the quarter and $87.0 million year‑to‑date. As of June 30, 2026, marketable securities had a fair value of $406.0 million with accumulated pretax unrealized gains of $266.9 million, and net cash provided by operating activities for the nine months was $12.9 million, up from $8.8 million.
Positive
- Total revenue up 15.3% YoY to $27.0 million in Q3 2026
- Journal Technologies revenue up 19.5% YoY to $22.1 million in Q3
- JTI nine‑month revenue up 21.0% YoY to $55.6 million
- Income from operations rose to $5.3 million from $3.2 million in Q3
- Nine‑month operating cash flow increased to $12.9 million from $8.8 million
- Marketable securities portfolio fair value of $406.0 million with $266.9 million pretax unrealized gains
Negative
- Q3 2026 net result shifted to $10.9 million net loss from $14.4 million net income
- Nine‑month net loss of $53.5 million versus $70.0 million net income prior year
- Net unrealized losses on securities of $24.1 million in Q3 and $87.0 million year‑to‑date
- Traditional Business Q3 revenue declined 0.8% YoY to $4.8 million
- Retained earnings decreased to $335.4 million from $389.0 million as of September 30, 2025
- Total stockholders’ equity declined to $337.7 million from $391.1 million
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Previous Earnings Reports
| Date | Event | Sentiment | 24h Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 14 | Second-quarter earnings | Neutral | -2.4% | Revenue and operating income increased, but investment losses drove a net loss. |
| Feb 17 | First-quarter earnings | Negative | -7.0% | Revenue increased, while marketable-security losses produced a quarterly net loss. |
| Dec 29 | Fiscal-year earnings | Positive | +0.1% | Revenue, operating income, net income, and operating cash flow all increased. |
| Aug 14 | Nine-month earnings | Positive | -0.8% | Revenue and net income increased, but the stock posted a negative reaction. |
| May 20 | Six-month earnings | Positive | +1.6% | Revenue and consolidated net income increased alongside investment gains. |
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Tagged earnings events produced mixed reactions, with the two most recent releases posting negative 24-hour reactions despite revenue and operating-business growth.
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Third Quarter Fiscal 2026 Total Revenue of $27.0 Million, Reflecting a
Year-Over-Year
First Nine Months Fiscal 2026 Total Revenue of $69.2 Million, Reflecting
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LOS ANGELES, Aug. 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Daily Journal Corporation (Nasdaq: DJCO), a publishing and technology company, today announced financial results for the three and nine months ended June 30, 2026. Total consolidated revenue for the third quarter of fiscal 2026 was
“Journal Technologies, Inc. delivered strong revenue growth in the third quarter, with total Journal Technologies revenue increasing
Financial Highlights:
- Total consolidated revenue for the three months ended June 30, 2026 was
$27.0 million , representing a15.3% increase from the$23.4 million reported in the prior-year quarter.
- Journal Technologies, Inc. reported revenue of
$22.1 million for the three months ended June 30, 2026, a19.5% increase from the$18.5 million reported in the prior-year quarter. Growth was driven by increases in other public service fees, consulting fees, and license and maintenance fees. For the nine months ended June 30, 2026, Journal Technologies, Inc. revenue was$55.6 million , a21.0% increase from$45.9 million in the prior-year period.
- The Traditional Business reported advertising and circulation revenues of
$4.8 million for the three months ended June 30, 2026, a0.8% decrease from$4.9 million in the prior-year quarter. For the nine months ended June 30, 2026, Traditional Business revenue was$13.7 million , a2.4% increase from$13.4 million in the prior-year period.
- Income from operations for the three months ended June 30, 2026 was
$5.3 million , compared to$3.2 million in the prior-year quarter, reflecting strong revenue growth and operating leverage. For the nine months ended June 30, 2026, income from operations was$8.7 million , compared to$4.9 million in the prior-year period.
- Net loss for the three months ended June 30, 2026 was
$10.9 million , or ($7.90) per basic and diluted share, compared to net income of$14.4 million , or$10.47 per basic and diluted share, in the prior-year quarter. The year-over-year change was primarily driven by net unrealized losses on marketable securities of$24.1 million , representing a pre-tax impact of approximately ($17.52) per basic and diluted share, compared to net unrealized gains of$11.5 million in the prior-year quarter, representing a pre-tax gain of approximately$8.36 per basic and diluted share.
- Net loss for the nine months ended June 30, 2026 was
$53.5 million , or ($38.84) per basic and diluted share, compared to net income of$70.0 million , or$50.81 per basic and diluted share, in the prior-year period. The year-over-year change was primarily driven by net unrealized losses on marketable securities of$87.0 million in the current period, representing a pre-tax impact of approximately ($63.17) per basic and diluted share, compared to net unrealized gains of$84.3 million in the prior-year period, representing a pre-tax gain of approximately$61.22 per basic and diluted share.
- As of June 30, 2026, the Company’s marketable securities had a total fair market value of
$406.0 million and included accumulated pretax unrealized gains of$266.9 million .
- Net cash provided by operating activities during the nine months ended June 30, 2026 was
$12.9 million , compared to$8.8 million during the prior-year period.
About Daily Journal Corporation
Daily Journal Corporation, based in Los Angeles, publishes news for California and Arizona, produces specialized publications, and handles public notice advertising. Its subsidiary, Journal Technologies, Inc., provides case management software to courts, justice agencies, and government organizations across about 37 states and internationally, supporting electronic case management and related online services like e-filing and fee payments.
Forward-looking Statements
This press release includes “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Certain statements contained in this press release are “forward-looking” statements that involve risks and uncertainties that may cause actual future events or results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements. Words such as “expects,” “intends,” “anticipates,” “should,” “believes,” “will,” “plans,” “estimates,” “may,” variations of such words and similar expressions are intended to identify such forward-looking statements. We disclaim any intention or obligation to revise any forward-looking statements whether as a result of new information, future developments, or otherwise. Although we believe that the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are reasonable, we can give no assurance that such expectations will prove to have been correct. Additional information concerning factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements is contained from time to time in documents we file with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
For further information please contact us at:
ir@dailyjournal.com
| DAILY JOURNAL CORPORATION | ||||||||
| CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (Unaudited) | ||||||||
| (In thousands except share amounts) | ||||||||
| June 30, 2026 | September 30, 2025 | |||||||
| ASSETS | ||||||||
| Current assets: | ||||||||
| Cash and cash equivalents | $ | 31,133 | $ | 20,569 | ||||
| Restricted cash | 2,329 | 2,269 | ||||||
| Marketable securities at fair value | 405,963 | 492,995 | ||||||
| Accounts receivable, net | 17,899 | 21,011 | ||||||
| Prepaid expenses and other current assets | 3,155 | 959 | ||||||
| Assets held for sale | 3,461 | — | ||||||
| Total current assets | 463,940 | 537,803 | ||||||
| Property and equipment, net | 5,672 | 8,930 | ||||||
| Non-qualified deferred compensation plan – trust account asset value | 2,220 | 1,385 | ||||||
| Total assets | $ | 471,832 | $ | 548,118 | ||||
| LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY | ||||||||
| Current liabilities: | ||||||||
| Accounts payable | $ | 10,078 | $ | 7,071 | ||||
| Accrued liabilities | 9,169 | 12,518 | ||||||
| Note payable collateralized by real estate | 171 | 169 | ||||||
| Income taxes payable | 2,506 | 879 | ||||||
| Deferred revenue | 17,900 | 18,169 | ||||||
| Total current liabilities | 39,824 | 38,806 | ||||||
| Investment margin account borrowings | 20,000 | 22,000 | ||||||
| Long-term note payable collateralized by real estate | 659 | 787 | ||||||
| Long-term deferred revenue | 1,721 | 994 | ||||||
| Long-term accrued liabilities | 4,698 | 5,547 | ||||||
| Accrued non-qualified deferred compensation | 2,126 | 1,590 | ||||||
| Deferred income taxes | 65,151 | 87,333 | ||||||
| Total liabilities | 134,179 | 157,057 | ||||||
| Stockholders’ Equity | ||||||||
| Common stock, | 14 | 14 | ||||||
| Additional paid-in capital | 2,221 | 2,097 | ||||||
| Accumulated other comprehensive loss | (26 | ) | — | |||||
| Retained earnings | 335,444 | 388,950 | ||||||
| Total stockholders’ equity | 337,653 | 391,061 | ||||||
| Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity | $ | 471,832 | $ | 548,118 | ||||
| DAILY JOURNAL CORPORATION | ||||||||||||||||
| CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME (LOSS) AND COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS) (Unaudited) | ||||||||||||||||
| (in thousands, except share and per share amounts) | ||||||||||||||||
| Three Months Ended June 30, | Nine Months Ended June 30, | |||||||||||||||
| 2026 | 2025 | 2026 | 2025 | |||||||||||||
| Revenues | ||||||||||||||||
| Advertising | $ | 3,753 | $ | 3,812 | $ | 10,395 | $ | 10,156 | ||||||||
| Circulation | 1,087 | 1,069 | 3,274 | 3,196 | ||||||||||||
| Licensing and maintenance fees | 9,239 | 7,964 | 26,277 | 22,990 | ||||||||||||
| Consulting fees | 7,164 | 6,529 | 14,238 | 11,792 | ||||||||||||
| Other public service fees | 5,733 | 4,032 | 15,047 | 11,152 | ||||||||||||
| Total revenues | 26,976 | 23,406 | 69,231 | 59,286 | ||||||||||||
| Operating expenses: | ||||||||||||||||
| Salaries and employee benefits | 15,371 | 15,376 | 41,410 | 39,572 | ||||||||||||
| Agency commissions | 378 | 385 | 1,041 | 1,069 | ||||||||||||
| Outside services | 1,458 | 1,710 | 5,769 | 5,322 | ||||||||||||
| Postage and delivery expenses | 272 | 192 | 796 | 576 | ||||||||||||
| Newsprint and printing expenses | 158 | 149 | 472 | 504 | ||||||||||||
| Equipment maintenance and software | 26 | 290 | 302 | 1,333 | ||||||||||||
| Credit card merchant discount fees | 733 | 599 | 1,959 | 1,692 | ||||||||||||
| Other general and administrative expenses | 3,313 | 1,481 | 8,749 | 4,289 | ||||||||||||
| Total operating expenses | 21,709 | 20,182 | 60,498 | 54,357 | ||||||||||||
| Income from operations | 5,267 | 3,224 | 8,733 | 4,929 | ||||||||||||
| Other income (expenses) | ||||||||||||||||
| Dividends and interest income | 2,931 | 3,796 | 5,536 | 6,158 | ||||||||||||
| Net unrealized gains (losses) on marketable securities | (24,145 | ) | 11,521 | (87,032 | ) | 84,320 | ||||||||||
| Net unrealized gains (losses) on non-qualified compensation plan | 163 | 20 | 246 | (33 | ) | |||||||||||
| Interest expense | (229 | ) | (332 | ) | (692 | ) | (1,077 | ) | ||||||||
| Other income | 24 | 2 | 119 | 99 | ||||||||||||
| Income (loss) before taxes | (15,989 | ) | 18,231 | (73,090 | ) | 94,396 | ||||||||||
| Income tax benefit (expense) | 5,100 | (3,810 | ) | 19,584 | (24,410 | ) | ||||||||||
| Net income (loss) | (10,889 | ) | 14,421 | (53,506 | ) | 69,986 | ||||||||||
| Other comprehensive loss: | ||||||||||||||||
| Foreign currency translation adjustments | (17 | ) | — | (26 | ) | — | ||||||||||
| Net income (loss) and comprehensive income (loss) | $ | (10,906 | ) | $ | 14,421 | $ | (53,532 | ) | $ | 69,986 | ||||||
| Earnings (losses) per share: | ||||||||||||||||
| Basic | $ | (7.90 | ) | $ | 10.47 | $ | (38.84 | ) | $ | 50.81 | ||||||
| Diluted | $ | (7.90 | ) | $ | 10.47 | $ | (38.84 | ) | $ | 50.81 | ||||||
| Shares used in computing earnings (losses) per share: | ||||||||||||||||
| Basic | 1,377,732 | 1,377,426 | 1,377,725 | 1,377,321 | ||||||||||||
| Diluted | 1,377,732 | 1,377,426 | 1,377,725 | 1,377,321 | ||||||||||||
