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Educational Development Corporation (NASDAQ: EDUC) completed the sale of its headquarters and distribution warehouse (the "Hilti Complex") on October 27, 2025 for $32,200,000. Proceeds were used to pay off the Company's term loans and revolving loan under its bank Credit Agreement, eliminating outstanding bank borrowings.

The company assigned third-party tenant leases to the buyer, executed a separate triple-net lease for its occupied space, and retained a 17-acre adjacent land parcel valued at $2.0 million. Management estimates the transaction will improve annual cash flow by approximately $1.0 million and expects further cash-flow gains as excess inventory is converted to cash.

Educational Development Corporation (NASDAQ: EDUC) reported fiscal Q2 results for the period ended August 31, 2025. Net revenues fell to $4.62M from $6.51M in prior-year Q2 and YTD revenues were $11.73M versus $16.50M a year earlier. The company reported a Q2 net loss of $1.29M (loss per share $(0.15)) versus a prior-year Q2 net loss of $1.80M (loss per share $(0.22)).

Management said a buyer group gave notice to proceed on the Hilti Complex sale, expected to close mid-November, with proceeds to pay off all outstanding bank debt and improve cash flow. An earnings call was scheduled for Oct 9, 2025 at 3:30 PM CT.

Educational Development Corporation (NASDAQ: EDUC) announced a 1st Amendment to the commercial real estate contract for the Hilti Complex dated October 1, 2025. The amendment extended the due-diligence period to October 6, 2025 and reduced the purchase price to $32,200,000. On October 6, 2025 the buyer delivered a Notice to Proceed, subject to conditions, waiving the buyer's escrow rights. Proceeds are planned to repay outstanding bank borrowings; closing is expected within the remaining 45-day period in the original contract.

The Complex is 402,000 rentable sq ft on 37 acres with ~183,800 sq ft leased to Hilti (15 years) and ~110,000 sq ft leased to Crusoe Energy (10 years). EDC will assign third-party leases and enter a separate triple-net lease for its occupied space at closing.

Educational Development Corporation (NASDAQ: EDUC) has scheduled its Fiscal Year 2026 Second Quarter Earnings Call for Thursday, October 9, 2025, at 4:30 PM ET. The company's leadership team, including CEO Craig White, Chief Sales and Marketing Officer Heather Cobb, and CFO Dan O'Keefe, will present quarterly results and conduct a Q&A session.

Investors can join via phone at (800) 717-1738 using Conference ID 43999. Audio replays will be available on the company's investor relations website after the event.

Educational Development Corporation (NASDAQ: EDUC) has executed a Commercial Real Estate Contract to sell its Tulsa headquarters and distribution warehouse (Hilti Complex) for $32.5 million. The transaction, expected to close after a 45-day due diligence period, excludes an adjacent land parcel.

The complex spans 402,000 square feet with existing tenants Hilti (183,800 sq ft) and Crusoe AI (110,000 sq ft). EDUC will lease back its space at $8.00 per square foot with 2.5% annual increases under a 10-year triple-net lease agreement. The sale proceeds will be used to pay off the company's Term Loans and Revolving Loan, improving monthly cash flows as interest savings will exceed rental payments.

Educational Development Corporation (NASDAQ: EDUC) has secured a Ninth Amendment to its Credit Agreement with BOKF, NA, extending the Revolving Loan maturity date to September 19, 2025. The extension aligns the revolving loan maturity with the company's existing real estate term loans.

CEO Craig White indicated that the company is exploring multiple solutions to pay off the line of credit, including potential sale or refinancing of the Hilti Complex. The company continues to make scheduled principal and interest payments on both Revolving and Term Loans.

Educational Development Corporation (NASDAQ: EDUC) reported its fiscal 2026 first quarter results, showing continued financial challenges. Net revenues declined to $7.1 million from $10.0 million year-over-year, while net loss improved slightly to $(1.1) million from $(1.3) million. The company's loss per share was $(0.13) compared to $(0.15) in the previous year.

EDUC implemented product discount promotions to increase cash flow, though this affected gross margins. The company is focusing on reducing excess inventory to pay down debt and meet lender requirements. Additionally, EDUC executed an amendment to the Hilti Complex Purchase Sale Agreement, extending the buyer's due diligence period. The completion of this sale is expected to fully retire outstanding debt balances.

Educational Development Corporation (NASDAQ: EDUC) reported challenging financial results for fiscal 2025. Net revenues declined to $34.2 million from $51.0 million year-over-year, with Q4 revenues at $6.6 million versus $9.0 million. The company posted a net loss of $(5.3) million for the year, compared to a gain of $546,400 in 2024. Average active PaperPie Brand Partners decreased to 12,300 from 18,300. Despite revenue challenges, EDC made significant progress in debt reduction and inventory management. The company reduced inventory levels from $55.6M to $44.7M, generating $10.9M in cash flow. Combined with fiscal 2024, EDC has reduced bank debts and vendor payables by $16.9M. Notably, EDC executed a Purchase Sale Agreement with TG OTC, LLC for their headquarters building, with closing expected by September 2025. The sale proceeds will be used to fully pay down remaining bank debts.

Educational Development Corporation (NASDAQ: EDUC) has announced a revised schedule for its Fiscal Year 2025 earnings call, which will take place on Monday, May 19, 2025, at 3:30 PM CT (4:30 PM ET). The presentation will include a live Q&A webcast featuring key executives: CEO and President Craig White, Chief Sales and Marketing Officer Heather Cobb, and CFO and Secretary Dan O'Keefe. Participants can join via phone at (800) 717-1738 using Conference ID 95306. Audio replays will be available after the event on the company's investor relations website.